Lead in Salt Lake City, UT Drinking Water
Lead data for Salt Lake City, Utah · 536,557 residents · 56 ZIP codes
For residents of Salt Lake City, Utah, Lead has appeared in public water supply sampling data.
Data: EPA SDWIS, CCR Reports, ECHO Last verified: 2026-05-14
Lead in Salt Lake City Tap Water
Lead has been detected in Salt Lake City, Utah drinking water at a maximum level of 600 ppb — 40x the EPA action level.
This analysis covers 536,557 residents across 56 ZIP codes in Salt Lake City.
Salt Lake City's overall water quality grade is B (82/100).
Is Lead in Salt Lake City Water Safe?
If you live in an affected ZIP code, consider installing a reverse osmosis or nsf 53 carbon block filter certified under NSF 53 / NSF 58 and testing your water independently.
Lead Levels by ZIP Code
| ZIP Code | Lead Level | EPA Limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84101 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84102 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84103 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84104 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84105 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84106 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84107 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84108 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84109 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84110 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84111 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84112 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84113 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84114 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84115 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84116 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84117 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84119 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84120 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84121 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84122 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84124 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84125 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84126 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 84127 | 600 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| ...31 more ZIP codes |
Average lead level across Salt Lake City: 557.32 ppb
Health Effects of Lead
- Brain development delays and reduced IQ in children
- Behavioral problems and learning disabilities
- High blood pressure and kidney damage in adults
- Increased risk of premature birth in pregnant women
Health risk severity: High. Governed by the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR/LCRI).
How Lead Gets Into Drinking Water
- Corrosion of lead service lines (pipes connecting water main to home)
- Lead solder in copper plumbing joints (pre-1986 homes)
- Brass fixtures and faucets manufactured before 2014
- Stagnant water that sits in lead-containing pipes overnight
What to Do About Lead in Salt Lake City Water
- Install an NSF 53 or NSF 58 certified filter at kitchen sink
- Run cold water for 30 seconds before using for drinking or cooking
- Use cold water only for cooking and preparing formula
- Consider whole-home reverse osmosis if lead service line is present
Look for filters certified under NSF 53 / NSF 58 for lead removal.