Water System Report UT

Saratoga Springs City

EPA ID: UTAH25138 ยท 68,000 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Saratoga Springs City (UTAH25138): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Saratoga Springs City earns a clean bill from EPA monitoring - no violations in five years across a service area of 68,000 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 67
Avg Safety Score
68,000
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0017 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$566K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Saratoga Springs City Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$123,870
Median Household Income
174,324
Service Area Population
8%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
5%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Saratoga Springs City serves a community with a median household income of $123,870 and an estimated 174,324 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Saratoga Springs 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
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

24 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
41 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 37% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,000
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,400

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

Saratoga Springs City (EPA ID: UTAH25138) is a community water system in Utah that serves approximately 68,000 people from surface water sources.

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

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (67/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 3 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

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
0.0017 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 Saratoga Springs City (UTAH25138) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saratoga Springs City water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Saratoga Springs 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 Saratoga Springs City serve?

Saratoga Springs City serves approximately 68,000 people across 3 ZIP codes in Utah.

Where does Saratoga Springs 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
348

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) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Saratoga Springs City safe to drink?
Saratoga Springs City has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Saratoga Springs City meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Saratoga Springs City serve?
Saratoga Springs City serves approximately 68,000 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Saratoga Springs City's water source?
Saratoga Springs City draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Saratoga Springs City's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0017 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Saratoga Springs City's service area?
The Saratoga Springs City service area has a median household income of $123,870. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Saratoga Springs City get its water?
Saratoga Springs 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.). Saratoga Springs City, UT: Serves 68K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/utah25138/
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  title  = {{Saratoga Springs City, UT: Serves 68K People}},
  year   = {n.d.},
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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

Saratoga Springs City (EPA ID: UTAH25138) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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