Provo, UT: 6 Health Violations — 77/100 (2026)
6 ZIP codes · 7 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
EPA compliance records for Provo tell a largely clear story: violation rates are low, health-based exceedances are uncommon, and the city's grade puts it well above average within UT.
How Provo Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Provo, UT
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Distribution of water safety grades across Provo.
Provo Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 54 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0043 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 67% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,600 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 8.92.
Water Systems Serving Provo
Multiple utilities divide Provo, UT's water service — 3 leading providers among 7 on the federal register.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 6 ZIP codes in Provo, Utah (population ~114,666), covering 7 community water systems serving approximately 215,514 people region-wide.
6 of 6 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 6 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Provo: B (77/100)
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
Provo water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0043 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): 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 21 | 6 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 14 | 6 |
| Lead | Inorganic | 7 | 6 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 7 | 6 |
| Total Organic Carbon | Disinfection Byproducts | 7 | 6 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84601 | B | 9 | 1 | Provo City |
| 84602 | B | 9 | 1 | Provo City |
| 84603 | B | 9 | 1 | Provo City |
| 84604 | B | 9 | 1 | Provo City |
| 84605 | B | 9 | 1 | Provo City |
| 84606 | B | 9 | 1 | Provo City |
All ZIP Codes in Provo
- 84601 [B] — 9 violations ⚠
- 84602 [B] — 9 violations ⚠
- 84603 [B] — 9 violations ⚠
- 84604 [B] — 9 violations ⚠
- 84605 [B] — 9 violations ⚠
- 84606 [B] — 9 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.
CDC Health Data for Provo
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
Key Contaminants Detected in Provo
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Provo's Housing Stock?
With 67% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
The character of Provo's housing stock is one of deep historical layering — a median build year of 1975 signals a city built largely before the plumbing era changes of 1986 and 1970. Lead-soldered copper joints and, in the oldest properties, lead service lines are commonly present in this inventory. That context shapes what individual water testing may reveal, particularly in neighborhoods where the oldest housing is concentrated.
Over half of homes in Provo were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Provo: Remediation Cost in Perspective
At current valuations, Provo sits in the low remediation-share tier — the equity impact of fixing documented issues is proportionally minor.
Remediation costs in Provo are relatively low compared to home values. The $750–$2,717 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 4% above the Utah average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Provo
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.
67% — that captures the slice of Provo housing dating from before the federal ban on solder containing lead. It pairs with aggregate utility readings that either approach or cross 0.015 mg/L, the benchmark set under the EPA Lead and Copper Rule. Together, the two figures shift one-home reads into a standard household-level confirmation, particularly for families with kids. A certified lead-removal filter is available through retailer-verified channels if a kit returns results that warrant additional measures.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Provo
How does Provo's flood record connect to local water quality? The NFIP documents 35 claims — enough to signal recurring events — and 67% of ZIP codes carry FEMA flood zone status. That combination places flooding in the category of factors that can periodically affect water infrastructure, even if the area isn't among the highest-exposure communities in the NFIP dataset.
Provo has a moderate flood history with 35 FEMA claims averaging $3,357 per payout. 67% 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>$1,600</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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