Is Fallon tap water safe to drink?

Yes but with caveats

Fallon's water meets EPA minimum standards but has some concerns. Filtration is recommended for sensitive individuals.

71/100
Purity Score
2
Issues Found
10 GPG
Hardness
Not detected
PFAS

2 Issues Detected in Fallon

Very Hard Water (10 GPG)

Hard water causes scale in pipes and shortens appliance lifespan.

Hardness data for Fallon

Moderate Chlorine Level

Chlorine within EPA limits but may affect taste.

Chlorine info for Fallon
Nevada

Groundwater (Aquifer)

Fallon, NV Water Quality Report

Moderate Risk Updated February 2026
71
Purity Score

Health Insights

  • 1
    With a hardness of 10 GPG, Fallon residents may notice white scale on faucets. Hard water increases maintenance costs.
  • 2
    Chlorine levels may affect the taste of Fallon's tap water. A carbon filter improves flavor.

Score

71 /100
Moderate
"Good" threshold (70)

Sourced from the basalt aquifer; historically high arsenic is now treated below federal limits. Sources: Fallon CCR.

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Fallon Water FAQ

Is there arsenic in Fallon water?
The city treats water to be well below the legal limit of 10 ppb.
Is Fallon water hard?
Yes, it is hard, averaging around 10 GPG.
Where does Fallon water come from?
It is pumped from a deep basalt groundwater aquifer.
Is Fallon tap water safe to drink in 2026?
Fallon's tap water scores 71/100. It meets all EPA primary standards. Filtration provides an extra safety margin.
What is the best water filter for Fallon?
Based on Fallon's water profile, we recommend the AFWFilters 5600sxt 48000 Grain Softener. RO is highly recommended in Fallon to ensure the lowest possible arsenic levels for drinking water. Sources: City of Fallon Water Department.
Does Fallon have PFAS in its water?
PFAS not detected above actionable levels.

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Data Sources

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

PurityMap compiles public data. Updated February 2026.

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