D36/100
SALT LAKE CITY WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 381,174 people · Utah
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
UTAH18026
Violations
57
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About SALT LAKE CITY WATER SYSTEM
Is SALT LAKE CITY WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
SALT LAKE CITY WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of D (36/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 57 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SALT LAKE CITY WATER SYSTEM detected?
76 contaminants were tested in SALT LAKE CITY WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SALT LAKE CITY WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, SALT LAKE CITY WATER SYSTEM has 57 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MR, TT, MON. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does SALT LAKE CITY WATER SYSTEM serve?
SALT LAKE CITY WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 381,174 people, Utah.
What type of water does SALT LAKE CITY WATER SYSTEM provide?
SALT LAKE CITY WATER SYSTEM sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is UTAH18026.
How does SALT LAKE CITY WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Utah?
SALT LAKE CITY WATER SYSTEM scores 36/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Utah state page for a full comparison of water systems.