F0/100
SANTA CLARA CITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,000 people · Utah
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
—
System ID
UTAH27016
Violations
130
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2025 – July 10, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: September 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 SANTA CLARA CITY
Is SANTA CLARA CITY water safe to drink?
SANTA CLARA CITY water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 130 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SANTA CLARA CITY detected?
51 contaminants were tested in SANTA CLARA CITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SANTA CLARA CITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, SANTA CLARA CITY has 130 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MON, MR.
How many people does SANTA CLARA CITY serve?
SANTA CLARA CITY serves approximately 9,000 people, Utah.
What type of water does SANTA CLARA CITY provide?
SANTA CLARA CITY sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is UTAH27016.
How does SANTA CLARA CITY compare to other utilities in Utah?
SANTA CLARA CITY scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Utah state page for a full comparison of water systems.