Is Cheyenne, WY Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Cheyenne, WY tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Contaminants including lithium have been detected at or below guideline thresholds.
Where Does Cheyenne Get Its Water?
Water in Cheyenne, WY is provided by 2 public water systems: SOUTH CHEYENNE WATER & SEWER DISTRICT and CHEYENNE BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES.
How Is Cheyenne Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine and chloramines. Treatment includes air stripping and conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration).
What's in Cheyenne Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Cheyenne public water systems. All detected levels fall at or below EPA health guidelines in this dataset.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 11Cl-PF3OUdS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 8:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 6:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.005 µg/L | 1 ZIP | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Cheyenne
Current EPA monitoring data for Cheyenne shows contaminant levels within guideline thresholds across all ZIP codes in this dataset. As with all public water systems, sensitive populations may choose to use a certified filter for additional peace of mind.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheyenne Tap Water
Is Cheyenne tap water safe to drink?
Cheyenne tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Sensitive populations may still choose to use a certified filter as a precaution.
What contaminants are in Cheyenne tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Cheyenne water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, 11Cl-PF3OUdS. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Cheyenne get its drinking water?
Cheyenne receives water from 2 public water systems, including SOUTH CHEYENNE WATER & SEWER DISTRICT.
Do I need a water filter in Cheyenne?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Cheyenne. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is Cheyenne tap water tested?
Public water systems in Cheyenne 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 2024-10-23.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Cheyenne
- 82001 - Warren AFB, Cheyenne tap water report Some concern
- 82007 - Cheyenne East CCD, Cheyenne tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving Cheyenne, WY
Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.
- CHEYENNE BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIESSome concern
Also covers / overlaps with
- Cheyenne CCD, WY · Township
- Cheyenne West CCD, WY · Township
- Cheyenne East CCD, WY · Township
- Fox Farm-College, WY · CDP
- South Greeley, WY · CDP
- Warren AFB, WY · CDP