Water Quality in SALT LAKE CITY, UT (84114)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 84114.

77

Total Violations

2

Health-Based

75

Monitoring / Reporting

73

Resolved

What does this mean?

73 of 77 violations have been resolved. 2 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 75 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.

Water systems: 28 Population served: 3,129

Violations Detail (77 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AMar 17, 2025ActiveSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AMar 17, 2025ActiveSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ASep 2, 2023ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ASep 2, 2023ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2023ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2023ResolvedN/A
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2022ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2022ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(2)

E. COLI

34

Mar 17Active

E. COLI

34

Mar 17Active

2024(2)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

How Does This Compare?

SALT LAKE CITY (84114) has 77 recorded violations, including 2 health-based. 4 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.

Reverse Osmosis System

One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.

Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids

Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

UV Water Purifier

Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.

Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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