Duchesne County, Utah
13 ZIP codes · Avg score 53/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems serving Duchesne County's 13 ZIP codes record elevated violation rates — residents in affected areas may want to verify their local system's current status.
How Duchesne County Compares
How Duchesne County Compares
Duchesne County scores 19 points below the Utah state average (72/100) and 15 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Duchesne County, Utah
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 12.1 (asthma 11.3%, diabetes 10.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $838, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.33% avg pipe failure probability, 8% of ZIPs at high risk
60.1% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
County Health Indicators vs National Average
Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Infrastructure Overview
Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.
Compound Risk Breakdown
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $838
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
5,354 housing units in Duchesne County
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).
Water Safety Affordability
How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Duchesne County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Duchesne County, representing a small fraction of property value.
Remediation includes water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood protection where applicable. Source: Census ACS, EPA SDWIS.
Health Outcomes vs National Average
CDC PLACES data for Duchesne County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Duchesne County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | HANNA WATER & SEWER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT | 405 | 15 |
| 2 | Tabiona Town Water System | 380 | 13 |
| 3 | DUCHESNE COUNTY UPPER COUNTRY WID | 2,100 | 6 |
| 4 | Johnson Water District | 1,895 | 6 |
| 5 | Cedarview Montwell Ssd | 445 | 6 |
17 total water systems serve Duchesne County.
All ZIP Codes in Duchesne County
13 ZIP codes tracked in Duchesne County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 84001 | Altamont | 68 | C | 2 | $219K |
| 2 | 84021 | Duchesne | 68 | C | 2 | $235K |
| 3 | 84052 | Myton | 66 | C | 1 | $198K |
| 4 | 84053 | Neola | 66 | C | 0 | $230K |
| 5 | 84073 | Talmage | 64 | C | 1 | $238K |
| 6 | 84027 | Fruitland | 61 | C | 4 | $181K |
| 7 | 84072 | Tabiona | 61 | C | 13 (1 health) | $270K |
| 8 | 84002 | Altonah | 40 | D | 0 | $328K |
| 9 | 84007 | Bluebell | 40 | D | 0 | $324K |
| 10 | 84026 | Fort Duchesne | 40 | D | 0 | $165K |
| 11 | 84031 | Hanna | 40 | D | 0 | $356K |
| 12 | 84051 | Mountain Home | 40 | D | 0 | $238K |
| 13 | 84085 | Whiterocks | 40 | D | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Duchesne County
Eight risk categories drive the selection — PFAS exceedance, lead above EPA action level, pre-1978 housing share, EPA Radon Zone 1, flood-top-risk, wildfire-top-risk, multi-contaminant load, and a baseline fallback — and each category maps to a specific buyer-guide track that surfaces when the county data hits its threshold for that hazard signal.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 60.1% of homes built before 1978
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Duchesne County, Utah
Overview
Duchesne County in Utah covers 13 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (53/100).
6 of 13 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation have been documented.
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Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.
What You Can Do
Duchesne County has a grade of D. Here are steps to protect your household.
Test your tap water
Order a certified lab test kit ($20-$50) to check for lead, bacteria, and other contaminants specific to your ZIP code.
Consider a certified water filter
NSF-certified filters can remove most common contaminants. Match the filter to your test results for best protection. Try our filter matcher
Contact your water utility
Request the latest Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) from your water provider. It details exactly what was found in your water supply.
Check for lead in your home
60.1% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.