C55/100
VERNAL CITY WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 10,000 people · Utah
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
UTAH24012
Violations
30
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.50 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 VERNAL CITY WATER SYSTEM
Is VERNAL CITY WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
VERNAL CITY WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (55/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 30 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has VERNAL CITY WATER SYSTEM detected?
32 contaminants were tested in VERNAL CITY WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does VERNAL CITY WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, VERNAL CITY WATER SYSTEM has 30 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does VERNAL CITY WATER SYSTEM serve?
VERNAL CITY WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 10,000 people, Utah.
What type of water does VERNAL CITY WATER SYSTEM provide?
VERNAL CITY WATER SYSTEM 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 UTAH24012.
How does VERNAL CITY WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Utah?
VERNAL CITY WATER SYSTEM scores 55/100 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.