CITY REPORT UT HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 1

Heber City, UT: PFAS Found in Water - Home Safety 67/100

1 ZIP code · 5 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Heber City: C.

A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.

Heber City earns a C grade for UT; check the EPA record for the system that serves your address.

How Heber City Compares

Heber City67/100
Utah avg69/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
5
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
C · 67
Avg Safety Score
Zone 2
County Radon Potential (Moderate)
$648K
Median Home Value
$300
Est. Remediation (0.1% of home value)

Heber City Water: The Quick Version

  • Your city's water systems recorded 139 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0043 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 28% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $300 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 9.69.

Water Systems Serving Heber City

The 3 largest of 5 systems connected with Heber City, UT are listed below.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Heber City, Utah, covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 25,328 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Heber City: C (67/100)

Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:

Factor What It Measures
Water Quality EPA violations and compliance history
PFAS MCL Screen UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs
Radon Risk EPA radon zone classification
Annual AQI EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days

Water Sources

Heber City water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0043 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 2.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Consumer Confidence Rule Reporting 16 1
Nitrate Inorganic 6 1
Thallium Inorganic 6 1
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene Organic 6 1
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene Organic 6 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
84032 C 139 1 Heber City Water System

All ZIP Codes in Heber City

  • 84032 [C] - 139 violations ⚠

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

CDC Health Data for Heber City

10%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
8.4%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
14.5%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 10% ↑
Diabetes 8.4% ↓
Mental Health 14.5% ↓

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

Key Contaminants Detected in Heber City

Consumer Confidence Rule 16 violations
Reporting
Nitrate 6 violations
Inorganic · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 10 mg/L
Blue baby syndrome in infants
Thallium 6 violations
Inorganic · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.002 mg/L

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

How Old Is Heber City's Housing Stock?

2007
Median Build Year
28%
Built Before 1986
14%
Built Before 1970
PEX or Copper
Likely Pipe Material

Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

Remodels change the picture: a 2007 median in Heber City says nothing about pipes swapped out or repaired since construction.

2007
Median Year Built
28%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
14%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (14%) 1970–1986 (14%) Post-1986 (72%)

Most homes in Heber City were built after 1986; lead exposure at a tap still depends on its service line and plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Heber City: Remediation Cost in Perspective

Compared with typical property prices, the remediation estimate for Heber City is small in percentage terms - at or under one percent.

Median Home Value
$647,900
Est. Remediation
$300
Remediation as % of home value 0.1%

Estimated remediation costs in Heber City can be compared with local home values. The $150–$600 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 66% above the Utah average.

Protecting Children from Lead in Heber City

28%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0043
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

Homes built before 1986 are more likely to have lead pipes, fixtures or solder, and census figures put that share of Heber City housing at about 28%. The lead figure used here, an average of ZIP-level 90th-percentile results, sits under 0.010 mg/L. Neither number shows what flows from a particular family's faucet; a test of that faucet is the only direct measure.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for Heber City

5
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$5,194
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
0%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Heber City contains 5 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $5,194. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 0% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.

How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. The $300 remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.

Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.

Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.

What You Can Do in Heber City

  1. Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. Check the certification, price and turnaround time of any water test kit or lab service.
  2. Install a certified water filter. For Consumer Confidence Rule, listed in the water-quality records for Heber City: if it is a rule or reporting requirement rather than a contaminant, ask your utility what the record involved; for bacteria, follow any boil-water notice from your utility; for a specific chemical contaminant, check whether a filter is certified to reduce it. Not every contaminant has a consumer filter certification.
  3. Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Heber City, UT

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Heber City, UT?
Heber City has an average Home Safety Score of 67/100 (Grade C) under ZipCheckup model 4.0.0, an area-level model that draws on EPA water compliance records, PFAS screening, EPA radon zones, and annual EPA air quality data; see the methodology page for how inputs and coverage are handled. 139 violations appear in EPA records for water systems mapped to these ZIP codes. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many violations are on record for water systems serving Heber City?
EPA records list 139 EPA violations, including 1 health-based violation for Heber City water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Heber City water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Heber City is 0.0043 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does Heber City compare to Utah average?
Heber City has an average Home Safety Score of 67/100, which is below the Utah state average of 69/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Heber City?
Our records map 5 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Heber City. The related population figure in our data is approximately 25,328 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Heber City?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Heber City: $300; modeled range $150 to $600. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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