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Scottsdale, Arizona Water Quality Report

Water quality data for 24 water systems serving 248,407 people.

45
Poor
out of 100

Water Source

24
Water Systems
248K
People Served
Surface water, Ground water
Water Source

Detected Contaminants

ContaminantDetected LevelEPA Limit (MCL)Health Guideline% of LimitStatus
lithium90.4 No federal limit10.0 ug/L(EPA/USGS HBSL)
904%
Above guideline
PFBS0.003 No federal limit2000.0 ug/L(EPA Health Advisory)
0%
Below guideline

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your water supply, these filtration systems are recommended:

Reverse Osmosis (RO)

Reverse osmosis systems remove up to 99% of PFAS compounds. Recommended for homes with detected PFAS.

Up to 99% PFAS removal

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Compliance & Violations

Active Violations (20)

75

Aug 12, 2025

minor

51

Jul 1, 2025

moderate

51

Jul 1, 2025

moderate

71

Jul 1, 2025

minor

75

May 1, 2025

minor

75

Dec 20, 2024

minor

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

72

Jul 1, 2024

minor

52

Oct 1, 2023

moderate

52

Oct 1, 2023

moderate

52

Oct 1, 2023

moderate

52

Jan 1, 2022

moderate

52

Jul 1, 2021

moderate

72

Oct 1, 2015

minor

71

Jul 1, 2015

minor

Resolved Violations (480)

19

Sep 1, 2025 — Sep 30, 2025

moderate

3A

Sep 1, 2025 — Sep 30, 2025

minor

03

Jul 1, 2025 — Sep 30, 2025

moderate

03

Apr 1, 2025 — Jun 30, 2025

moderate

03

Apr 1, 2025 — Jun 30, 2025

moderate

+ 475 more resolved violations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Scottsdale tap water safe to drink?

Scottsdale's water meets all EPA maximum contaminant levels. However, 2 contaminants were detected at various levels. Some residents may prefer additional filtration for peace of mind.

What contaminants are in Scottsdale tap water?

2 contaminants have been detected in Scottsdale's water supply across 24 water systems. See the full contaminant table above for details.

How can I improve my water quality in Scottsdale?

Install a water filter rated for the specific contaminants found in Scottsdale's water. See our filter recommendations above. You can also request your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current test results.

Does Scottsdale have any water quality violations?

Yes, Scottsdale currently has 211 active violations. See the violations section above for details.