Water System Report UT

Mount Pleasant City

EPA ID: UTAH20007 · 4,040 people served · 1 ZIP code

In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Mount Pleasant City has come through without a single EPA violation — a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 4,040 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.

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

B · 70
Avg Safety Score
4,040
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0022 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$280K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Mount Pleasant City Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$65,978
Median Household Income
4,578
Service Area Population
40%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mount Pleasant City serves a community with a median household income of $65,978 and an estimated 4,578 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 40% 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

Mount Pleasant 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
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Sanpete County, Utah rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 77% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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

Mount Pleasant City (EPA ID: UTAH20007) is a community water system in Utah that serves approximately 4,040 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 84647 in Mount Pleasant.

Average Home Safety Score: B (70/100)

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

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
84647 0.0022 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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ZIP Codes Served

  • 84647 — Mount Pleasant

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Mount Pleasant City (UTAH20007) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mount Pleasant City water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Mount Pleasant City serve?

Mount Pleasant City serves approximately 4,040 people across 1 ZIP code in Utah.

Where does Mount Pleasant City get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
207

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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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
1,543
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: 4,040
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 Mount Pleasant City safe to drink?
Mount Pleasant 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?
Mount Pleasant City meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Mount Pleasant City serve?
Mount Pleasant City serves approximately 4,040 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Mount Pleasant City's water source?
Mount Pleasant City draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Mount Pleasant City's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0022 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Mount Pleasant City's service area?
The Mount Pleasant City service area has a median household income of $65,978. EPA EJScreen data classifies 40% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Mount Pleasant City get its water?
Mount Pleasant 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.
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