Is Ogden tap water safe to drink?

Yes with good quality

Ogden's tap water meets all EPA standards and scores well on our analysis. It is generally safe to drink though filtration can improve taste and provide extra precaution.

82/100
Purity Score
2
Issues Found
7.5 GPG
Hardness
Not detected
PFAS

2 Issues Detected in Ogden

Moderately Hard Water (7.5 GPG)

Hardness above 7 GPG can cause minor scale buildup.

Hardness data for Ogden

Arsenic Approaching Limit (0.2 mg/L)

EPA limit is 0.010 mg/L.

Arsenic info for Ogden
Utah

844,018,440,284,403 · Pineview Reservoir and groundwater

Drinking Water in Ogden: 2026 Analysis

Low Risk Updated March 2026 87,321 residents
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82
Purity Score

Ogden has hard water conditions that can affect plumbing, appliances, and daily water use. This report breaks down hardness levels, other contaminants, and the most effective treatment options.

Contaminant Levels

PFAS
ND
Lead
1.5 ppb
Nitrate
0.4 mg/L
Arsenic
0.2 mg/L
Hardness
7.5 gpg

Health Insights

  • 1
    At 7.5 GPG, Ogden's water qualifies as moderately hard. This can cause limescale in pipes and shorten appliance lifespan.

Score

82 /100
Good
"Good" threshold (70)

Ogden tap water is sourced from Pineview Reservoir and groundwater and treated by Ogden City Water. Water hardness is hard at 7.5 GPG which may cause scale buildup. Overall purity score: 82/100 (Good). Updated for 2026.

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Ogden Hard Water: Effects on Your Home

Hard water conditions in Ogden (7.5 GPG) can leave white mineral deposits on fixtures, reduce soap lather, and gradually damage water-using appliances. Water heaters are particularly vulnerable: scale insulates the heating element, raising energy costs and reducing lifespan. A water softener exchanging calcium and magnesium for sodium eliminates scale formation throughout the home. For households concerned about sodium in drinking water, pairing a softener with an RO system at the kitchen tap is the standard approach.

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Ogden Water FAQ

Is Ogden UT tap water safe to drink in 2026?
Ogden tap water meets EPA federal drinking water standards and scores 82/100 (Good) on PurityMap for 2026. For most healthy adults the water is considered safe but point-of-use filtration adds an important layer of protection.
Does Ogden UT use chlorine or chloramine for disinfection?
Ogden uses chloramine as the primary disinfectant with a residual level of 0.9 ppm. Chloramine is harder to remove than free chlorine and requires a catalytic carbon or reverse osmosis filter. Standard Brita-style pitchers will NOT remove chloramine.
How hard is Ogden UT water and what is the TDS level?
Ogden water hardness is 7.5 grains per gallon (hard) with a TDS of 265 ppm (fair). This level causes noticeable scale buildup in water heaters kettles and dishwashers. A water softener is recommended to protect plumbing and reduce soap usage.
Has PFAS been found in Ogden UT drinking water?
Based on available EPA UCMR5 monitoring data as of 2026 PFAS have not been detected above EPA advisory levels in Ogden drinking water.
What is the best water filter for Ogden?
Based on Ogden's water profile, we recommend the AFWFilters 5600sxt 48000 Grain Softener. Ogden water scores well overall. A pitcher filter provides extra precaution and improves taste for drinking and cooking.

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Data Sources

  • EPA SDWIS
  • EWG Tap Water Database
  • Ogden City Water CCR
  • USGS monitoring data

PurityMap compiles public data. Updated March 2026.

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