Nevada

Surface water (Colorado River)

Boulder City, NV

Moderate Risk Updated February 2026
76
Purity Score

Health Insights

  • 1
    Hard water (17 gpg) can cause scale buildup in pipes and appliances but is generally safe to drink.
  • 2
    Chlorine levels are within EPA limits but may affect taste and smell.

Current Score

76 / 100
Good
"Good" threshold (70)

Sourced directly from Lake Mead; the water is very hard but meets all federal safety standards. Sources: Boulder City CCR.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How hard is Boulder City water?
It is very hard, averaging 17 Grains Per Gallon.
Does Boulder City have PFAS?
No, current monitoring shows no detections.
Is the water safe to drink?
Yes, it meets all EPA and state health requirements.

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Data Sources & Methodology

  • EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
  • EWG Tap Water Database
  • Boulder City Utilities Consumer Confidence Report (CCR)
  • USGS regional water monitoring data

PurityMap compiles publicly available data and does not perform independent testing.

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