Elwood
Is Elwood tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Elwood scores 31/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 2 local systems in Elwood. We found 352 total violations (234 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
Live: 07:00 AM☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Elwood.
Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Elwood?
Expert Advice
Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.
Buying a Filter?
Filter or no filter for Elwood water? Here's what the data says.
Baby Formula Safety
What new parents in Elwood should know about tap water safety.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Water quality is easy to overlook when evaluating a move to Elwood, but it can affect plumbing longevity and appliance lifespan. With a score of 31/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.
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.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Elwood
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Elwood.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elwood tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Elwood scores 31/100.
How many water systems serve Elwood?
Elwood is served by 2 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Elwood?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Elwood.
What is the water quality score for Elwood?
The water quality score for Elwood is 31 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 2 systems serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Elwood?
The top contaminants detected in Elwood include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Elwood Water Quality Summary
Elwood, UT receives a water quality score of 31/100 (Grade F) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.
Elwood's water quality score is below the national average, indicating a history of EPA violations or elevated contaminant levels. Residents are encouraged to check their specific water system report and consider additional filtration.
Elwood's score of 31 is 31 points below the Utah state average of 62, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
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
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