June 14, 2026

Springville, UT Water Quality Report 2026

By PureWaterGuys

EPA compliance testing (2012–2019) detected 11 regulated contaminants in this water system: DEHP (phthalate), Gross alpha radioactivity, Lead + 8 more.

Unlock the full breakdown — detected levels vs. legal limits, plus what removes each one.

Full contaminant breakdown

EPA Six-Year Review compliance monitoring, 2012–2019 — the most recent national compliance dataset EPA has published. See the sections above for more recent violation and PFAS records.

ContaminantAvg. detectedHighest sampleFederal limitAvg. vs. limit
DEHP (phthalate)EPA health goal: zero 3.63 ppb 4.62 ppb 6 ppb 61%
Gross alpha radioactivityEPA health goal: zero 2.35 pCi/L 4.4 pCi/L 15 pCi/L 16%
LeadEPA health goal: zero 2.05 ppb 15.1 ppb 15 ppb (action level) 14%
Nitrate + nitrite 900 ppb 900 ppb 10000 ppb 9%
ArsenicEPA health goal: zero 0.671 ppb 0.9 ppb 10 ppb 7%
Copper 96.1 ppb 396 ppb 1300 ppb (action level) 7%
Nitrate 592 ppb 2100 ppb 10000 ppb 6%
Fluoride 172 ppb 245 ppb 4000 ppb 4%
Barium 67.1 ppb 116 ppb 2000 ppb 3%
Selenium 1.49 ppb 2.3 ppb 50 ppb 3%
Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs) 0.667 ppb 0.9 ppb 80 ppb 1%

Also tested, no detections: 1,1,1-Trichloroethane, 1,1,2-Trichloroethane, 1,1-Dichloroethylene, 1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene, 1,2-Dichloroethane, 1,2-Dichloropropane, 2,4,5-TP (Silvex), 2,4-D, Alachlor, Antimony, Atrazine, Benzene, Benzo(a)pyrene, Beryllium, Cadmium, Carbofuran, Carbon tetrachloride, Chlordane, Chlorobenzene, Chromium (total), Cyanide, DEHA (adipate), Dalapon, Dichloromethane, Dinoseb, Endrin, Ethylbenzene, Haloacetic acids (HAA5), Heptachlor, Heptachlor epoxide, Hexachlorobenzene, Hexachlorocyclopentadiene, Lindane, Mercury (inorganic), Methoxychlor, Nitrite, Oxamyl, PCBs, Pentachlorophenol, Picloram, Simazine, Styrene, Tetrachloroethylene (PCE), Thallium, Toluene, Toxaphene, Trichloroethylene (TCE), Vinyl chloride, Xylenes (total), cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene, o-Dichlorobenzene, p-Dichlorobenzene, trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene.

Reverse osmosis (drinking water)

The treatment category most often matched to dissolved contaminants like lead, arsenic, nitrate, fluoride, and radiological contaminants detected in this system.

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Whole-house carbon filtration

The treatment category most often matched to disinfection byproducts (TTHMs, haloacetic acids), chlorine taste and odor, and organic compounds detected in this system.

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Source: U.S. EPA Six-Year Review 4 compliance monitoring data (2012–2019), the most recent nationwide compliance dataset EPA has released, reported at the water-system level. A detection is not a violation. “Avg. vs. limit” compares the average of laboratory detections to the federal MCL or action level; individual faucets can differ — household plumbing affects lead and copper, and a state-certified laboratory test of your own tap is the only way to confirm levels in your home. Treatment categories are general matches, not a certification claim for a specific product and contaminant.

Water Utility: Springville City
Population Served: 35,516 residents
Data Sources: EPA SDWIS + EPA UCMR5
Report Year: 2026

Springville, Utah drinking water is supplied by Springville City. All US public water systems must test drinking water and report results to the EPA under the Safe Drinking Water Act. This report summarizes health-based violations and PFAS detections recorded in federal databases to help you make informed decisions about home water filtration.

EPA Health-Based Violation History

The following contaminants exceeded EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) at this utility since 2010:

Contaminant Violation Years Filter Solution
Groundwater Rule 2016 Water Filters

Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), updated quarterly. Health-based violations only.

Should You Filter Your Springville Water?

Even utilities with no EPA violations may have contaminants present below legal limits but above health guidelines. The EPA sets maximum contaminant levels based on what is feasible and affordable to treat at scale -- not necessarily what carries zero health risk. Many independent health organizations recommend filtration for households with children, pregnant women, or immunocompromised individuals regardless of utility compliance status.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Springville tap water safe to drink?

Springville City is required to meet EPA federal drinking water standards. However, meeting legal standards is not the same as being contaminant-free. Trace levels of disinfection byproducts, PFAS compounds, and other regulated contaminants are common in US municipal water systems.

Does Springville water have PFAS?

PFAS monitoring data for this utility may not yet be published in EPA databases. We recommend a reverse osmosis system for maximum protection regardless of local results.

What water filter works best for Springville?

A whole-house carbon block filter removes chlorine, chloramines, and many VOCs. For PFAS, arsenic, and nitrates, a reverse osmosis under-sink system provides the highest reduction rates. Take our free 2-minute quiz to find the right system for your home and budget.

Data sourced from EPA SDWIS and UCMR5 federal databases. PureWaterGuys.com is not affiliated with any municipal water utility. Contact your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) for complete local data.

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