Is Provo tap water safe to drink?

Yes with good quality

Provo'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
8.5 GPG
Hardness
Not detected
PFAS

2 Issues Detected in Provo

Moderately Hard Water (8.5 GPG)

Hardness above 7 GPG can cause minor scale buildup.

Hardness data for Provo

Arsenic Approaching Limit (0.2 mg/L)

EPA limit is 0.010 mg/L.

Arsenic info for Provo
Utah

846,018,460,284,603 · Provo River and Spanish Fork River

Drinking Water in Provo: 2026 Analysis

Low Risk Updated March 2026 115,264 residents
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82
Purity Score

Water from Provo's Provo River and Spanish Fork River supply carries notable mineral levels. This 2026 report covers hardness data, safety indicators, and filtration options matched to local conditions.

Contaminant Levels

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

Health Insights

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    With a hardness of 8.5 GPG, Provo residents may notice white scale on faucets. Hard water increases maintenance costs.

Score

82 /100
Good
"Good" threshold (70)

Provo tap water is sourced from Provo River and Spanish Fork River and treated by Provo City Water. Water hardness is hard at 8.5 GPG which may cause scale buildup. Overall purity score: 82/100 (Good). Updated for 2026.

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Provo Hard Water: Effects on Your Home

Hard water conditions in Provo (8.5 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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Provo Water FAQ

Is Provo UT tap water safe to drink in 2026?
Provo 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 Provo UT use chlorine or chloramine for disinfection?
Provo 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 Provo UT water and what is the TDS level?
Provo water hardness is 8.5 grains per gallon (hard) with a TDS of 290 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 Provo UT drinking water?
Based on available EPA UCMR5 monitoring data as of 2026 PFAS have not been detected above EPA advisory levels in Provo drinking water.
What is the best water filter for Provo?
Based on Provo's water profile, we recommend the AFWFilters 5600sxt 48000 Grain Softener. Provo water scores well overall. A pitcher filter provides extra precaution and improves taste for drinking and cooking.

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West Valley CityUtah — 78/100West JordanUtah — 78/100St. GeorgeUtah — 78/100OremUtah — 81/100SandyUtah — 81/100OgdenUtah — 82/100

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Data Sources

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

PurityMap compiles public data. Updated March 2026.

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