C48/100
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 57,080 people · Utah
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
UTAH18057
Violations
17
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.89 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
5
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
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: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: March 23, 2022 – January 3, 2024Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: December 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: November 1, 2021 – November 30, 2021Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2021 – October 31, 2021Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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 UNIVERSITY OF UTAH
Is UNIVERSITY OF UTAH water safe to drink?
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH water receives a grade of C (48/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 17 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has UNIVERSITY OF UTAH detected?
32 contaminants were tested in UNIVERSITY OF UTAH's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does UNIVERSITY OF UTAH have any EPA violations?
Yes, UNIVERSITY OF UTAH has 17 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MON, TT, MCL. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does UNIVERSITY OF UTAH serve?
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH serves approximately 57,080 people, Utah.
What type of water does UNIVERSITY OF UTAH provide?
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is UTAH18057.
How does UNIVERSITY OF UTAH compare to other utilities in Utah?
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH scores 48/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Utah state page for a full comparison of water systems.