Historical Compliance Records UT

Richmond City Water System

EPA ID: UTAH03018 ยท 2,967 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Richmond City Water System (UTAH03018): 41 EPA violations in the last five years. Richmond City Water System recorded 41 EPA violations over the past five years, all of which have since been resolved - the utility is currently in compliance serving 2,967 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,967
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
41
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0032 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
26
Contaminants Flagged
$343K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Richmond City Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$94,769
Median Household Income
5,868
Service Area Population
4%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
60%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Richmond City Water System serves a community with a median household income of $94,769 and an estimated 5,868 residents across its service area. Approximately 60% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Richmond City Water System'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.

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

Infrastructure Risk

46 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
25 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 65% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Richmond City Water System compares to EPA limits

PFOA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.000004 mg/L
PFNA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.00001 mg/L
Chlorodibromomethane 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen)
Lead 3 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults
Bromate 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.01 mg/L

What This Means For You

PFOA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.000004 mg/L.

PFNA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.00001 mg/L.

Chlorodibromomethane at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Lead at 3 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Bromate at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.01 mg/L.

Chlorodibromomethane was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $900
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,300

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,300 (one-time) vs. $15,000 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Richmond City Water System (EPA ID: UTAH03018) is a community water system in Utah that serves approximately 2,967 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 41 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 41 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Lead Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Gross Alpha Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Radium-226 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Radium-228 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Gross Alpha Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Radium-226 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Radium-228 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Lead Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 PFOA Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 PFNA Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Monochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Dichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Bromodichloromethane Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Dibromochloromethane Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Bromoform Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Chlorodibromomethane Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Trichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Monobromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Gross Alpha Radionuclides 5 No
Radium-226 Radionuclides 5 No
Radium-228 Radionuclides 5 No
Lead Inorganic 3 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
PFOA PFAS 1 No
PFNA PFAS 1 No
Monochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromodichloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dibromochloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromoform Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Chlorodibromomethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Trichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Monobromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0032 mg/L No N/A

The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.

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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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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 Richmond City Water System (UTAH03018) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richmond City Water System water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Richmond City Water System; its 41 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Richmond City Water System serve?

Richmond City Water System serves approximately 2,967 people across 2 ZIP codes in Utah.

Where does Richmond City Water System get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Richmond City Water System's water?
Detected contaminants include PFOA, PFNA, Chlorodibromomethane, Lead. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Richmond City Water System serve?
Richmond City Water System serves approximately 2,967 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Richmond City Water System's water source?
Richmond City Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Richmond City Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0032 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Richmond City Water System's service area?
The Richmond City Water System service area has a median household income of $94,769. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Richmond City Water System get its water?
Richmond City Water System'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Richmond City Water System (UT): 41 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/utah03018/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Richmond City Water System (EPA ID: UTAH03018) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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