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Official Status: March 2026

Is Brigham City tap water safe to drink?

⚠ Caution Advised
C

Use extra caution — Brigham City scores 60/100.

Safety Score
60
out of 100

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Brigham City

Utah

View Utah state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Brigham City tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Brigham City scores 60/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 3 local systems in Brigham City. We found 572 total violations (196 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Brigham City.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Brigham City?

Requirement Status
Recommended
🟡
💡

Expert Advice

Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.

Buying a Filter?

Wondering if Brigham City tap water needs filtering? We break it down.

Baby Formula Safety

Mixing baby formula with Brigham City tap water? Read this first.

Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Brigham City, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. With a score of 60/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.

Property Impact: Requires Mitigation

Health & Family Safety

Residents should monitor Copper (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Compliance Record for Brigham City

572
Violations (5yr)
196
Unresolved
2
Contaminants Tracked
1
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Brigham City.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brigham City tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Brigham City scores 60/100.

How many water systems serve Brigham City?

Brigham City is served by 3 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Brigham City?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Brigham City.

What is the water quality score for Brigham City?

The water quality score for Brigham City is 60 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 3 systems serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Brigham City?

The top contaminants detected in Brigham City include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
60/100
Grade
C
Water Systems
3
Population
122,777

Brigham City Water Quality Summary

Brigham City, UT receives a water quality score of 60/100 (Grade C) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 3 public water systems serving the area.

Brigham City's water quality is near the national average. While most systems meet EPA standards, some violations have been recorded. Residents may wish to review their specific water system's report for contaminant details.

Brigham City's score of 60 is 2 points below the Utah state average of 62, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

For residents and homebuyers in Brigham City, navigating the water landscape of this mid-size Utah community means understanding the pressures of its arid Mountain West setting. The municipal supply, divided among multiple systems, delivers water that sits in a mediocre rating tier, highlighting the environmental challenges of a rapidly growing urban area with a history of regional mining. This moderate standing suggests that while the tap water satisfies baseline requirements, incoming homeowners might want to monitor local reports and assess their own preferences for household water treatment.

Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Utah water quality rankings report →

Key Contaminants

Copper (90th percentile) Violation
1.37 / 1.3 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 1.3 mg/L
Lead (90th percentile)
0.0028 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Brigham City (3)

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