Water Quality in Orem, UT (84626)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 84626.
Active Health Violations
21 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 94% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
396
Population
15
Water Systems
72
Violations (5yr)
21
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (15)
Provo City
All resolvedOrem City Water System
All resolvedLehi City
All resolvedEagle Mountain City
All resolvedSaratoga Springs City
Spanish Fork City
All resolvedPleasant Grove City
2 health-basedAmerican Fork City
All resolvedSpringville City
All resolvedElberta
All resolvedBatemans Mosida Farms
17 health-basedElberta Farm Association
Deseret Feedlot
All resolvedRigtrup Egg Farm Processing Plant
2 health-basedWest Hills Orchards
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Orem (84626) has more violations than 94% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 72.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
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
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.