Water Quality in ESCALANTE, UT (84726)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 84726.

105

Total Violations

3

Health-Based

102

Monitoring / Reporting

105

Resolved

What does this mean?

105 of 105 violations have been resolved. 3 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 102 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: 6 Population served: 1,226

Violations Detail (105 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ANov 29, 2023ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ANov 29, 2023ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ANov 29, 2023ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2023ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2023ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2023ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(1)

Nitrate

03

Jun 30Resolved

2024(3)

Nitrate

03

Sep 30Resolved

Nitrate

03

Sep 30Resolved

Nitrate

03

Sep 30Resolved

How Does This Compare?

ESCALANTE (84726) has 105 recorded violations, including 3 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. 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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