June 14, 2026
Tucson, AZ Water Quality Report 2026
Water Utility: City of Tucson
Population Served: 732,906 residents
Data Sources: EPA SDWIS + EPA UCMR5
Report Year: 2026
Tucson, Arizona drinking water is supplied by City of Tucson. This report summarizes health-based violations and PFAS detections from federal EPA databases.
EPA Violation History
No health-based EPA maximum contaminant level (MCL) violations on record since 2010 for this utility.
PFAS "Forever Chemical" Detections
PFAS compounds were detected during EPA UCMR5 testing (2023-2025).
| PFAS Compound | Level Detected | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| PFBA | 0.0081 ug/L | PFAS Filters |
Source: EPA UCMR5. Levels in ug/L. 1 ug/L = 1,000 ppt.
Should You Filter Your Tucson Water?
Even compliant utilities may have contaminants below legal limits but above health guidelines. Filtration is recommended for households with children or pregnant women.
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Is Tucson tap water safe to drink?
City of Tucson meets EPA federal standards with no recent health-based violations. PFBA was detected in UCMR5 testing.
Does Tucson water have PFAS?
Yes -- PFBA was detected during EPA UCMR5 monitoring. A certified reverse osmosis system can reduce PFAS at your tap.
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Data sourced from EPA SDWIS and UCMR5. PureWaterGuys.com is not affiliated with any municipal water utility.