Bountiful Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
30 grains per gallon
Source
reservoir
pH Level
7.9
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.002 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
283 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
$1.00
energy & soap waste
Source: See methodology section below · Updated 2026
0–60
mg/L
Soft
61–120
mg/L
Moderately Hard
121–180
mg/L
Hard
180+
mg/L
Very Hard
Appliance Damage Report
In Bountiful, your appliances are currently losing 45% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Bountiful | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 1.5 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -82% |
| Washing Machine | 3 yrs | 12 yrs | -75% |
| Water Heater | 5 yrs | 15 yrs | -67% |
Regional Water Comparison
How Bountiful compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | PFAS (ppt) | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Bountiful, Utah | 513 mg/L | 16.1 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | reservoir |
| Woods Cross, Utah | ≈ 180+ mg/L | 0 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | reservoir |
| Centerville, Utah | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 3.2 ppt | 🟠 Hard | mixed |
| North Salt Lake, Utah | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 0 ppt | 🟠 Hard | reservoir |
| Farmington, Utah | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 7.4 ppt | 🟠 Hard | groundwater |
National Benchmark
How Bountiful compares to the USA average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Bountiful | 513 mg/L | 🔴 High |
| USA National Avg | 151 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| Scarsdale Top Rated | 0.02 mg/L | 🟢 None |
Bring Scarsdale-quality water to your Bountiful home
Shop water softeners on Amazon.com →
What Makes Bountiful's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
Bountiful City Water Department serves the city of Bountiful in Davis County, Utah. The utility operates multiple groundwater sources — Wells #1 & #2, First East Well, Upper and Lower Mueller Park Wells, Viewmont Well, and Shop Well — tapping water-bearing formations as deep as 750 feet below the ground surface. The remainder of the supply comes from treated surface water sources. The utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report detailing water quality and treatment processes.
Bountiful's water supply originates from the Wasatch Front aquifer system, where groundwater and surface water interact with Quaternary alluvial and lacustrine deposits overlying Tertiary and Cretaceous sedimentary sequences. The geology is dominated by limestone, chalk, and gypsum formations containing calcium and magnesium carbonates and bicarbonates. This geological setting is responsible for the very hard character of the local water supply, at 513 mg/L — typical of the broader Utah region.
At very hard levels, residents experience significant scale buildup in water heaters, kettles, and plumbing fixtures, and reduced soap and detergent effectiveness. Appliances such as dishwashers and washing machines are particularly affected by mineral deposits. A whole-house water softener is strongly recommended to extend appliance lifespan, reduce maintenance costs, and improve cleaning efficiency. Regular descaling of fixtures and periodic inspection of water heaters are essential maintenance practices. Bountiful's water meets federal Safe Drinking Water Act standards and is safe to drink, though mineral content affects taste and may not suit all preferences.
Geology & Source: Wasatch Front — Quaternary alluvial and lacustrine deposits over Tertiary-Cretaceous sedimentary rocks; limestone and chalk formations rich in calcium and magnesium carbonates produce very hard groundwater at depths exceeding 750 feet
Other Utah Water Reports
Report an Issue
Notice an error or missing data? Help us keep this page accurate. If you spot incorrect water hardness, outdated utility info, or missing details, please let us know.
All reports are reviewed by our team. Thank you for supporting data quality!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bountiful's water safe to drink?
Do I need a water softener in Bountiful?
How does Bountiful compare to the USA average?
Data Sources & Methodology
Water quality data for Bountiful is derived from geographic and geological modelling of the surrounding region. No federal monitoring station data was available for this location.
Water Hardness
Modelled estimate based on state-level USGS geological survey data for this region. No direct USGS Water Quality Portal measurement was matched to this city — the value reflects a statistical range calibrated to the state's dominant rock types and typical source water characteristics.
pH
Estimated from regional geology and source water characteristics. pH is correlated with water hardness and local bedrock — values may differ from utility-reported figures.
TDS — Total Dissolved Solids
Estimated using a derived ratio from water hardness and regional conductance profiles. TDS in natural water correlates strongly with total mineral content including hardness ions.
PFAS — Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances
EPA UCMR5 (5th Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 2023–2025) — sum of PFAS compounds detected at the public water system serving this city. A value of 0 indicates the system was sampled with no detection above reporting limits.
Lead
Modelled estimate based on the EPA Lead and Copper Rule 90th-percentile tap-sample methodology. No publicly available per-city lead dataset with sufficient national coverage exists. Values are a conservative baseline derived from city population tier and infrastructure age — all estimates are maintained below the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L.
Appliance Lifespan
Calculated from water hardness using a linear degradation model. Baseline lifespans represent soft-water performance (kettle: 8.5 yrs, washing machine: 12.0 yrs, water heater: 15.0 yrs). Hard water mineral scale progressively reduces operational life in direct proportion to hardness concentration.