Water System Report UT

Monticello City

EPA ID: UTAH19004 ยท 2,393 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Monticello City (UTAH19004): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Monticello City - a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 2,393 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,393
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0036 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$300K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$64,145
Median Household Income
13,593
Service Area Population
67%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
63th
Energy Burden Percentile
71%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Monticello City serves a community with a median household income of $64,145 and an estimated 13,593 residents across its service area. Approximately 71% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 67% 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Monticello City'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

56 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 78% 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

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $667
Flood Insurance $400
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $1,167

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

Monticello City (EPA ID: UTAH19004) is a community water system in Utah that serves approximately 2,393 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0036 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Monticello City (UTAH19004) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Monticello City water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Monticello City in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Monticello City serve?

Monticello City serves approximately 2,393 people across 3 ZIP codes in Utah.

Where does Monticello City get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Monticello City meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Monticello City serve?
Monticello City serves approximately 2,393 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Monticello City's water source?
Monticello City draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Monticello City's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0036 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Monticello City's service area?
The Monticello City service area has a median household income of $64,145. EPA EJScreen data classifies 67% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Monticello City get its water?
Monticello City'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Monticello City Water Quality Report, UT. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/utah19004/
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