Water System Report UT

Mountain Green Mutual Water Company

EPA ID: UTAH15046 · 3,500 people served · 56 ZIP codes

Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, Mountain Green Mutual Water Company stands out with zero EPA violations over five consecutive monitoring years, delivering safe tap water to 3,500 residents and showing no enforcement activity across the entire reporting span.

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

3,500
People Served
56
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 3 (2022) to 56 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Demographics

$87,451
Median Household Income
635,938
Service Area Population
15%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
65%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mountain Green Mutual Water Company serves a community with a median household income of $87,451 and an estimated 635,938 residents across its service area. Approximately 65% 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

Mountain Green Mutual Water Company'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Unknown
Pipe Material
19 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 72% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 108 detections recorded. 46 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Utah

C 3 violations
Gunnison City
3,490 people
B 6 violations
Delta City
3,436 people
C 10 violations
Manti City
3,429 people
0 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $493
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $255
Total Estimated Cost $1,148

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,148 (one-time) vs. $330 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

Mountain Green Mutual Water Company (EPA ID: UTAH15046) is a community water system in Utah that serves approximately 3,500 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 56 ZIP codes across 1 community.

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.

Need help with your water quality?

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

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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

This system serves 56 ZIP codes:

84101 · 84102 · 84103 · 84104 · 84105 84106 · 84107 · 84108 · 84109 · 84110 84111 · 84112 · 84113 · 84114 · 84115 84116 · 84117 · 84118 · 84119 · 84120 84121 · 84122 · 84123 · 84124 · 84125 84126 · 84127 · 84128 · 84129 · 84130 84131 · 84132 · 84133 · 84134 · 84136 84138 · 84139 · 84141 · 84143 · 84144 84145 · 84147 · 84148 · 84150 · 84151 84152 · 84157 · 84158 · 84165 · 84170 84171 · 84180 · 84184 · 84189 · 84190 84199

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Mountain Green Mutual Water Company (UTAH15046) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mountain Green Mutual Water Company water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Mountain Green Mutual Water Company has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Mountain Green Mutual Water Company serve?

Mountain Green Mutual Water Company serves approximately 3,500 people across 56 ZIP codes in Utah.

Where does Mountain Green Mutual Water Company get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Mountain Green Mutual Water Company meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Mountain Green Mutual Water Company serve?
Mountain Green Mutual Water Company serves approximately 3,500 people with drinking water across 56 ZIP codes.
What is Mountain Green Mutual Water Company's water source?
Mountain Green Mutual Water Company draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Mountain Green Mutual Water Company's service area?
The Mountain Green Mutual Water Company service area has a median household income of $87,451. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Mountain Green Mutual Water Company get its water?
Mountain Green Mutual Water Company'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.
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