Monitoring Violations UT

Johnson Water District

EPA ID: UTAH07006 · 1,895 people served · 9 ZIP codes

1 open EPA finding remain on record at Johnson Water District — the utility supplies approximately 1,895 people.

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

C · 68
Avg Safety Score
1,895
People Served
9
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.000917 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
2
Contaminants Flagged
$238K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Johnson Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$71,199
Median Household Income
21,689
Service Area Population
96%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
58th
Energy Burden Percentile
55%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Johnson Water District serves a community with a median household income of $71,199 and an estimated 21,689 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 96% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Johnson Water District's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
1th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Duchesne 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

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Johnson Water District compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $467
Water Filtration $33
Total Estimated Cost $1,700

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,700 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Johnson Water District (EPA ID: UTAH07006) is a community water system in Utah that serves approximately 1,895 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 9 ZIP codes across 9 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (68/100)

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

Violation History

2 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
October 2, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
84021 0.000917 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

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

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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 Johnson Water District (UTAH07006) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Johnson Water District water safe to drink?

Johnson Water District has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Johnson Water District serve?

Johnson Water District serves approximately 1,895 people across 9 ZIP codes in Utah.

Where does Johnson Water District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
0
Unknown Material
1,100
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,895
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 Johnson Water District safe to drink?
Johnson Water District has a C safety grade based on 2 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Johnson Water District's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 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 Johnson Water District serve?
Johnson Water District serves approximately 1,895 people with drinking water across 9 ZIP codes.
What is Johnson Water District's water source?
Johnson Water District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Johnson Water District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.000917 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Johnson Water District's service area?
The Johnson Water District service area has a median household income of $71,199. EPA EJScreen data classifies 96% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Johnson Water District get its water?
Johnson Water District's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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 →

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

Johnson Water District (EPA ID: UTAH07006) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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