June 14, 2026

Yuma, AZ Water Quality Report 2026

By PureWaterGuys

EPA compliance testing (2012–2019) detected 13 regulated contaminants in this water system: Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs), Chlorite, Arsenic + 10 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
Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs) 50.7 ppb 110 ppb 80 ppb 63%
Chlorite 268 ppb 580 ppb 1000 ppb 27%
ArsenicEPA health goal: zero 2.07 ppb 3.9 ppb 10 ppb 21%
Haloacetic acids (HAA5) 11.3 ppb 21 ppb 60 ppb 19%
LeadEPA health goal: zero 2.02 ppb 11 ppb 15 ppb (action level) 13%
UraniumEPA health goal: zero 3.25 ppb 4 ppb 30 ppb 11%
Fluoride 412 ppb 530 ppb 4000 ppb 10%
Barium 98.4 ppb 120 ppb 2000 ppb 5%
Nitrate 267 ppb 340 ppb 10000 ppb 3%
Nitrate + nitrite 265 ppb 310 ppb 10000 ppb 3%
Copper 29.5 ppb 440 ppb 1300 ppb (action level) 2%
Chromium (total) 1 ppb 1 ppb 100 ppb 1%
Gross alpha radioactivityEPA health goal: zero 0.2 pCi/L 0.2 pCi/L 15 pCi/L 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, Asbestos, Atrazine, Benzene, Benzo(a)pyrene, Beryllium, Cadmium, Carbofuran, Carbon tetrachloride, Chlordane, Chlorobenzene, Cyanide, DBCP, DEHA (adipate), DEHP (phthalate), Dalapon, Dichloromethane, Dinoseb, Dioxin (2,3,7,8-TCDD), Diquat, Endothall, Endrin, Ethylbenzene, Ethylene dibromide (EDB), Glyphosate, Heptachlor, Heptachlor epoxide, Hexachlorobenzene, Hexachlorocyclopentadiene, Lindane, Mercury (inorganic), Methoxychlor, Nitrite, Oxamyl, Pentachlorophenol, Picloram, Radium (combined), Selenium, 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.

Shop reverse osmosis →

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.

Shop whole-house systems →

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: City of Yuma
Population Served: 103,264 residents
Data Sources: EPA SDWIS + EPA UCMR5
Report Year: 2026

Yuma, Arizona drinking water is supplied by City of Yuma. This report summarizes health-based violations and PFAS detections from federal EPA databases.

EPA Health-Based Violation History

The following contaminants exceeded EPA MCLs at this utility since 2010:

Contaminant Violation Years Filter Solution
Chlorine Dioxide 2020-2022 Whole House Filters
Total Organic Carbon 2021 Whole House Filters

Source: EPA SDWIS, updated quarterly. Health-based violations only.

Should You Filter Your Yuma Water?

Yuma has had recent disinfectant and organic carbon violations. Filtration is recommended for all households.

Protect Your Yuma Home Water

PureWaterGuys.com carries whole-house filtration systems that address disinfection byproducts. We ship to all Arizona addresses.

Shop Whole House Filters →Take the Water Quiz

FAQ

Is Yuma tap water safe to drink?

City of Yuma had chlorine dioxide violations 2020-2022 and a total organic carbon violation in 2021.

Does Yuma 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.

What filter works best for Yuma?

A whole-house carbon block filter addresses chlorine dioxide and organic compounds. Take our quiz for a personalized recommendation.

Data sourced from EPA SDWIS and UCMR5. PureWaterGuys.com is not affiliated with any municipal water utility.

Filters for Yuma, AZ Water Issues

Based on contaminants detected in this report, these systems are worth considering:

⚠️
PFAS / Forever Chemicals
NSF-certified filters proven to remove PFAS, PFOA, PFOS, and 200+ contaminants.
Shop PFAS / Forever Chemicals Filters →
🏠
Chlorine / Disinfection Byproducts
Whole-house carbon filters that eliminate chlorine taste, odor, and DBPs.
Shop Chlorine / Disinfection Byproducts Filters →
← Back to Water Quality Reports