Is Park City, UT Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Park City tap water meets federal Safe Drinking Water Act standards but 2 of 2 ZIP codes show detections above EPA health guidelines, primarily for PFPeA. A certified filter is recommended for households that want an additional layer of protection.
Where Does Park City Get Its Water?
Water in Park City, UT is provided by 1 public water system: PARK CITY WATER SYSTEM.
How Is Park City Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration), granular activated carbon filtration, groundwater disinfection, in-line filtration, membrane filtration and post-ozone biofiltration.
What's in Park City Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Park City public water systems. 2 of 2 ZIP codes showed detections above EPA health guidelines.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PFPeA | 0.0047 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 2 ZIPs | Above guideline |
| lithium | 11 µg/L | — | 2 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFOS | 0.0052 µg/L | — | 2 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 8:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Park City
Based on EPA monitoring data, 2 of 2 ZIP codes in Park City have recorded detections above EPA health guidelines. Sensitive populations such as infants, pregnant individuals, and those with weakened immune systems may benefit from an additional layer of protection such as a certified point-of-use filter.
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This city profile includes PFAS detections, chlorine disinfection, and other dissolved contaminants. Reverse osmosis (RO) systems certified under NSF/ANSI 58 provide broad reduction coverage; for PFAS specifically, confirm NSF/ANSI P473 or equivalent PFAS reduction certification.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Park City Tap Water
Is Park City tap water safe to drink?
Park City tap water meets Safe Drinking Water Act requirements but 2 of 2 ZIP codes show contaminant levels above EPA health-based guidelines. A certified point-of-use filter adds an extra layer of protection.
What contaminants are in Park City tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Park City water systems include: PFPeA, lithium, PFTrDA. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Park City get its drinking water?
Park City receives water from one public water system, including PARK CITY WATER SYSTEM.
Do I need a water filter in Park City?
If your ZIP code is among those with detections above EPA health guidelines, choose a filter certified for the specific contaminants shown in your ZIP report. Reverse osmosis is generally the broadest option for PFAS, lithium, and many other dissolved contaminants.
How often is Park City tap water tested?
Public water systems in Park City are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2024-12-17.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Park City
- 84060 - Park City CCD, Park City tap water report Higher concern
- 84068 - Park City tap water report Higher concern
Water utilities serving Park City, UT
Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.
- PARK CITY WATER SYSTEMAction advised
Also covers / overlaps with
- North Wasatch CCD, UT · Township
- Park City CCD, UT · Township