Sandy, UT: 6 Health Violations — 82/100 (2026)
6 ZIP codes · 8 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
The water systems supplying Sandy show a track record of above-average compliance with federal standards — consistently among the better performers in UT.
How Sandy Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Sandy, UT
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
How ZIP codes in Sandy score across all safety grades.
What You Should Know About Sandy Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 72 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0029 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 59% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,900 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 10.12.
Who Supplies Your Water in Sandy
Residential addresses in Sandy, UT are served by 3 primary water providers out of 8 systems in federal records. Each system maintains separate infrastructure and files its own EPA compliance reports, so service conditions are not uniform across the city.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 6 ZIP codes in Sandy, Utah (population ~110,785), covering 8 community water systems serving approximately 620,926 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 Sandy: B (82/100)
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
Sandy water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0029 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 | 28 | 6 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 28 | 6 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 14 | 6 |
| Total Organic Carbon | Disinfection Byproducts | 7 | 6 |
| Contaminant 0700 | Other | 7 | 6 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84070 | B | 12 | 1 | Sandy City Water System |
| 84090 | B | 12 | 1 | Sandy City Water System |
| 84091 | B | 12 | 1 | Sandy City Water System |
| 84092 | B | 12 | 1 | Sandy City Water System |
| 84093 | B | 12 | 1 | Sandy City Water System |
| 84094 | B | 12 | 1 | Sandy City Water System |
All ZIP Codes in Sandy
- 84070 [B] — 12 violations ⚠
- 84090 [B] — 12 violations ⚠
- 84091 [B] — 12 violations ⚠
- 84092 [B] — 12 violations ⚠
- 84093 [B] — 12 violations ⚠
- 84094 [B] — 12 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 Sandy
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 Sandy Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Housing & Infrastructure in Sandy
With 59% 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
Sandy's housing stock is predominantly older, with a median build year of 1982 that reflects decades of construction before federal plumbing standards were tightened. The 1986 ban on lead solder and the pre-1970 era of lead service lines are both relevant benchmarks here — a significant share of the residential inventory predates one or both of those cutoffs, creating an elevated baseline for plumbing-related lead risk that aggregate water quality data may not fully reflect at the household level.
Over half of homes in Sandy 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.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Sandy Homeowners
When remediation costs are measured against Sandy home values, the resulting ratio is in the low tier — addressing documented water and safety issues here claims only a minor fraction of typical equity, and most homeowners are in a position where the financial commitment is straightforward rather than a material burden on their household budget.
Remediation costs in Sandy are relatively low compared to home values. The $950–$3,100 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 65% above the Utah average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Sandy
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.
59% of Sandy housing dates to the pre-rule era, alongside aggregate readings hovering at the federal action mark — household-level confirmation through a draw-test kit fits the local picture.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Flood & Climate Risk in Sandy
FEMA data shows 33% of Sandy's ZIP codes mapped into designated flood zones, paired with an NFIP record of 12 claims. That footprint places local flood exposure in the range where it warrants attention without rising to high-severity planning territory.
Sandy has a moderate flood history with 12 FEMA claims averaging $5,158 per payout. 33% 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>$1,900</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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