Water System Report UT

Mendon City

EPA ID: UTAH03011 · 1,640 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Unlike many utilities its size, Mendon City carries a violation-free five-year record — no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 1,640 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

B · 75
Avg Safety Score
1,640
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$475K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Mendon City Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$119,798
Median Household Income
8,303
Service Area Population
4%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
41%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mendon City serves a community with a median household income of $119,798 and an estimated 8,303 residents across its service area. Approximately 41% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Mendon City's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Cache County, Utah rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

29 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
41 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 41% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

System Overview

Mendon City (EPA ID: UTAH03011) is a community water system in Utah that serves approximately 1,640 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (75/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by UT or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Mendon City (UTAH03011) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mendon City water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Mendon City has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Mendon City serve?

Mendon City serves approximately 1,640 people across 2 ZIP codes in Utah.

Where does Mendon City get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
112
Unknown Material
335
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,640
Reported to Utah

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Mendon City safe to drink?
Mendon City earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Mendon City meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Mendon City serve?
Mendon City serves approximately 1,640 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Mendon City's water source?
Mendon City draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Mendon City's service area?
The Mendon City service area has a median household income of $119,798. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Mendon City get its water?
Mendon City's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
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