Ogden, UT: 26 Violations — 79/100 (2026)
13 ZIP codes · 10 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Ogden, UT: reliable drinking water, above-average safety record, few violations.
How Ogden Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Ogden, UT
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
How ZIP codes in Ogden score across all safety grades.
What You Should Know About Ogden Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 26 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.003 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $862 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 11.04.
Who Supplies Your Water in Ogden
Water supply in Ogden, UT follows a divided structure: 3 utilities account for the largest share of residential service out of 10 total systems, each managing its own distribution network and EPA reporting. Because these systems operate independently, rate decisions and compliance outcomes are determined separately.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 13 ZIP codes in Ogden, Utah, covering 10 community water systems serving approximately 218,272 people.
13 of 13 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Ogden: B (79/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Ogden water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0030 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 13 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 14 | 13 |
| Total Coliform | Microbiological | 14 | 13 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84201 | B | 2 | 0 | Farmington City Water System |
| 84244 | B | 2 | 0 | Farmington City Water System |
| 84401 | B | 2 | 0 | Taylor-west Weber Wid |
| 84402 | B | 2 | 0 | Farmington City Water System |
| 84403 | B | 2 | 0 | South Ogden City Water System |
| 84404 | B | 2 | 0 | Taylor-west Weber Wid |
| 84405 | B | 2 | 0 | South Ogden City Water System |
| 84407 | B | 2 | 0 | Farmington City Water System |
| 84408 | B | 2 | 0 | Ogden City Water System |
| 84409 | B | 2 | 0 | Farmington City Water System |
All ZIP Codes in Ogden
- 84201 [B] — 2 violations
- 84244 [B] — 2 violations
- 84401 [B] — 2 violations
- 84402 [B] — 2 violations
- 84403 [B] — 2 violations
- 84404 [B] — 2 violations
- 84405 [B] — 2 violations
- 84407 [B] — 2 violations
- 84408 [B] — 2 violations
- 84409 [B] — 2 violations
- 84412 [B] — 2 violations
- 84414 [B] — 2 violations
- 84415 [B] — 2 violations
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
Health Outcomes in Ogden
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Top Contaminants in Ogden Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Ogden Homeowners
Remediation costs in Ogden are small relative to typical property values — the cost-to-value ratio here is favorable.
Remediation costs in Ogden are relatively low compared to home values. The $308–$1,492 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 1% above the Utah average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Ogden
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Lead risk in Ogden appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Flood & Climate Risk in Ogden
Ogden's flood exposure sits in the moderate range: 71 NFIP claims on record and 38% of ZIP codes within FEMA-designated flood zones. Residents with private wells or older infrastructure have reasonable grounds to factor flood timing into their water quality awareness.
Ogden has a moderate flood history with 71 FEMA claims averaging $2,668 per payout. 38% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
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. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$862</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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