B78/100
LARAMIE, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 32,395 people · Wyoming
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
WY5600029
Violations
15
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
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: December 30, 2021 – March 11, 2022Rule: Ground Water 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 LARAMIE, CITY OF
Is LARAMIE, CITY OF water safe to drink?
LARAMIE, CITY OF water receives a grade of B (78/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has LARAMIE, CITY OF detected?
69 contaminants were tested in LARAMIE, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LARAMIE, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, LARAMIE, CITY OF has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does LARAMIE, CITY OF serve?
LARAMIE, CITY OF serves approximately 32,395 people, Wyoming. The system provides water to 1 community: Laramie.
What type of water does LARAMIE, CITY OF provide?
LARAMIE, CITY OF 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 WY5600029.
How does LARAMIE, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Wyoming?
LARAMIE, CITY OF scores 78/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Wyoming state page for a full comparison of water systems.