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pg. 1 Weber Basin Water Conservancy District 2023 Annual Consumer Confidence Report

Weber Basin Water Conservancy District (District) is pleased to present you with the 2023 Annual Consumer
Confidence Report. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Utah Division of Drinking Water require all
water agencies to annually report the quality of their drinking water. The District is Northern Utah’s Regional
Water Supplier for wholesale irrigation and treated municipal water, retail secondary irrigation water, untreated
industrial water, and groundwater replacement. We proudly serve the water needs of Davis, Weber, Summit,
Morgan, and Box Elder counties. This report will provide helpful tools to reduce our water use, shed some light
on just how valuable water is, and show how much effort is involved in delivering this precious resource.
QUALITY
The District has been serving award winning drinking water since the 1960s. We
are committed to providing drinking water that meets or exceeds federal and state
drinking water standards 100% of the time. As a wholesaler, achieving this goal
requires a close partnership with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA), Utah Division of Drinking Water (DDW), and the Public Water Systems
(PWSs) we serve. This report contains reliable and accurate information about our
drinking water. If you do not see a particular drinking water contaminant listed in
this report, please be assured, the District exceeds required monitoring frequency
but does not report results of contaminants not detected in our water.
CONSERVATION
The District closely monitors all the water it treats and is confident about the high quality of water delivered to
your homes and businesses. We all must rethink how we use water and challenge ourselves to preserve this
resource for years to come. Rethinking outdoor water use is by far the area with the most potential for savings.
The State is asking the water users within the District to reduce per capita water use another 20% from now until
2030 (the users within the District have already reduced per capita water use from the year 2000 to the present by
20%) through education and conservation programs.
Achieving this goal will be extremely difficult and will take a significant effort from all water users within the
District. This water conservation effort will be a major focus of the District moving forward by educating water
users on proper irrigation practices and changing both attitudes and behaviors toward wiser water use. We are
grateful to those who are already making efforts to improve efficiency and conserve this valuable resource.
pg. 2 Weber Basin Water Conservancy District 2023 Annual Consumer Confidence Report

OUR WATER SUPPLY
Surface and Groundwater
The District’s drinking water supply
comes from the Weber River and several
tributaries along the Wasatch Front.
Groundwater primarily from the Delta
Aquifer is used to supplement surface
water sources for drinking and irrigation.
How Drinking Water Gets to You
Although a portion of drinking water
originates as groundwater from deep
wells, most of the drinking water supply
begins as surface water from the
headwaters of the Weber River. Water is
directed into a large canal by a diversion
dam, then flows through the canal until it enters two large aqueducts along the Wasatch bench. Several creeks
along the Wasatch Front can feed into this aqueduct system. From there, water is transported to each of the
District’s water treatment plants (WTPs). After complete treatment, water is delivered to cities or water
improvement districts for final distribution to individual users.
LARGE SCALE WATER STORAGE
Storage reservoirs along the Weber and Ogden rivers play a critical role in ensuring adequate and constant water
supply to all water users throughout the year. Dams have been built to take advantage of winter snow by storing
water during annual spring runoff. Without this storage, those of us living downstream from rivers and lakes
would experience extreme high flows during the spring runoff periods and extreme low flows in the late summer
months.
Reservoirs have allowed growth to continue within the District’s service area, which otherwise could not have
occurred due to the lack of consistent water supply. Storage reservoirs also have other useful functions, like
generating hydro-electric power, providing economic benefits through tourism, sustaining habitats for wildlife,
and supporting many forms of recreational activities. These reservoirs have allowed many communities to thrive
and prosper while continuing to ensure adequate water for agricultural, industrial, commercial, and residential
uses.
pg. 3 Weber Basin Water Conservancy District 2023 Annual Consumer Confidence Report

SOURCE WATER PROTECTION
Watershed Protection
The District understands the importance and
value in protecting our natural resources.
Therefore, we have developed several
management strategies to improve water
quality and decrease the severity and impact of
potential contamination sources within our
watershed. These efforts are made through
watershed inspections, emergency action
plans, public outreach and education, and
close partnerships with watershed
stakeholders to foster participation in water
quality improvement measures. The District
has developed a Water Source Protection Plan
for all surface drinking water sources. This
Plan identifies potential contamination threats
to our drinking water sources and provides management strategies to help control existing and future potential
sources of contamination. Copies of this plan may be purchased from the District main office (for the cost of
printing) or obtained through the Utah DDW. The District is proud to share our Source Protection Plan to promote
understanding of the potential risks to our source waters.
Watersheds sustain life in many ways. Successful watershed management requires suitable land use practices and
water quality preservation. By implementing best practices to monitor, protect, and improve the quality of water
and natural resources within a watershed, we can sustain its future. The District is an active member in several
water quality partnerships and participates in numerous river and tributary restoration projects.

Wellhead Protection
A Wellhead Protection Plan has been developed for all District
groundwater sources. These plans define the protection zones for
each well, list the potential contamination sources within the zones,
and identify what safeguards are in place to protect the aquifer
(natural underground water storage formations made of silts, sands,
gravels, and cobbles) from the contamination sources. The
wellhead protection plans also consist of steps to monitor
contamination sources and educate businesses or industries that
may become sources. Copies of this plan may be purchased from
the District main office or obtained through the Utah DDW.

pg. 4 Weber Basin Water Conservancy District 2023 Annual Consumer Confidence Report

You Can Help Prevent Water Pollution
The water you drink comes from rivers, streams, aquifers, reservoirs, and wells. Residents can help prevent water
pollution by employing best management practices when storing, using, and discarding fertilizers, pesticides, and
other household hazardous wastes. The following best management practices should be used especially when
storing and applying fertilizers and pesticides to reduce the risk of surface and groundwater contamination:
BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES FOR HOUSEHOLD CHEMICALS
Never apply fertilizers near wells Keep fertilizers and pesticides on separate shelves
Do not allow fertilizer and pesticide spills to be washed
off into the storm drain system
Pesticides and fertilizers should always be applied in accordance
with manufacturer’s directions
Dry pesticide and fertilizer spills should be swept up
and later applied at the rate specified on an area where
needed
Liquid pesticide and fertilizer spills should be soaked up using
absorbent material (such as soil, saw dust, and cat litter) and then
taken to a household hazardous waste collection site
Only purchase the amount and kind of fertilizer or
pesticide needed and store in locked, dry cabinets
Do not spray or apply pesticides near walks or driveways to
prevent pesticides from washing off into the storm drain system
Household hazardous wastes (HHWs) are discarded materials that are ignitable, corrosive, reactive, toxic, or
otherwise listed as hazardous by the EPA. Paint, motor oil, gasoline, antifreeze, or lawn and garden chemicals
that you dispose of in the gutter or your backyard can migrate to the rivers or filter down through the ground and
pollute aquifers. The following best management practices should be employed when handling HHWs:
BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES FOR HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE
Completely use the product before disposing of the
container
Dispose of used or unused household hazardous waste to local
collection programs
Do not flush, pour down sink, storm drains, or on the
ground Do not bury in the ground or store in leaking containers
Please do not spoil the water supply for yourself and everyone else! Dispose of paint, used motor oil, and other
hazardous chemicals in the proper and safe manner. For more information on the nearest location for hazardous
waste disposal and free disposal community events, please contact:
➢ Utah Division of Solid & Hazardous Waste - [phone]
➢ Utah Division of Drinking Water, Source Protection Program - [phone]
➢ Utah Department of Environmental Quality Hotline - 1-800-458-0145
If you would like additional information on HHWs and ways to minimize the impact of potential contamination
sources on our water resources, please visit the Utah Division of Drinking Water website at:
https://deq.utah.gov/public-interest/household-hazardous-waste-2.

pg. 5 Weber Basin Water Conservancy District 2023 Annual Consumer Confidence Report

POSSIBLE CONTAMINANTS IN THE WATER
Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some
contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More
information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental
Protection Agency's Safe Drinking Water Hotline [phone]).
Our drinking water sources include rivers, streams, aquifers, reservoirs, and wells. As water travels over the
surface of the land or through the ground it dissolves naturally occurring minerals, small amounts of radioactive
material, and substances resulting from the presence of animal or human activity. Below are some of these
contaminants that may be present in source water:
CONTAMINANT REMOVAL FROM OUR WATER
To ensure that tap water is safe to drink the EPA prescribes
regulations which limit the permissible levels of certain
contaminants in water provided by PWSs. Food and Drug
Administration (FDA) regulations establish limits for
contaminants in bottled water.
Water treatment is a complicated process that involves
continuous oversight and monitoring. The District owns and
operates 4 water treatment plants and 15 deep ground water
wells that remove or reduce these contaminants to levels that
meet and routinely surpass all Federal and State requirements.
All the District’s water treatment plants use state-of-the-art
technology and water treatment methods to produce clean and safe drinking water. The District’s three largest
water treatment plants use conventional treatment methods and the fourth, smaller plant, uses microfiltration
technology for surface water treatment. Ground water sources are less prone to contamination; therefore, only
disinfection is necessary for water treatment at wells.
Microbial contaminants - such as viruses and
bacteria, may come from sewage treatment
plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock
operations, and wildlife.
Inorganic contaminants - such as salts and
metals, can be naturally occurring or result from
urban storm water runoff, industrial, or domestic
wastewater discharges, oil and gas production,
mining, or farming.
Organic chemical contaminants - include synthetic and
volatile organic chemicals that are by-products of
industrial processes and petroleum production, and can
also come from gas stations, urban storm water runoff,
and septic systems.
Pesticides and herbicides - may come from a variety of
sources such as agriculture, urban storm water runoff,
and residential use.
Radioactive contaminants - can be naturally occurring,
or the result of oil and gas production and mining
activities.
pg. 6 Weber Basin Water Conservancy District 2023 Annual Consumer Confidence Report

OUR WATER TREATMENT PROCESS

Our three primary water treatment plants conduct a combination of
time-tested conventional water treatment processes and innovative
disinfection strategies to produce high-quality drinking water.
Conventional water treatment consists of coagulation, flocculation,
sedimentation, and sand/multi-media filtration. This proven method
of treatment is used throughout the modern world. Our advanced
disinfection technologies have been implemented to reduce
disinfection byproducts and produce better tasting water, while
maintaining a cost-effective approach.
Coagulation and flocculation combine to make the first stage in water
treatment. The goal of this stage is to bind up the suspended particles
included in raw water by adding a coagulant as the water first enters
the treatment plant. Floc, which is a tuft-like aggregate, is produced
from the mixing of the coagulant in the raw water. This process is
called flocculation. Over time, as more suspended matter is bound, the
smaller aggregates of floc become larger particles of floc.
Sedimentation is the second stage of water treatment. The objective of this stage is to remove the floc. This is
accomplished as the floc settles out of the water in long sedimentation basins. The cleaner water is drained off
the surface of the sedimentation basin and sent to filtration.
Filtration is the third stage of water treatment. The purpose of this stage is to remove the remaining suspended
particles and constituents. This is accomplished by passing the water through a filter composed of different layers
of anthracite coal and sand.
Disinfection is the final stage of water treatment. The drinking water is further treated by adding a small amount
of chlorine or other disinfecting technologies such as ozone and ultraviolet (UV) light to remove organic
compounds and inactivate viruses, bacteria, and other pathogenic organisms.
Microfiltration is a physical filtration process where surface water is passed through the pores of a membrane to
separate out microorganisms and suspended particles. The use of microfiltration membranes presents a physical
means of separation, a barrier, as opposed to a chemical coagulant. Disinfection is applied as the final stage of
the process.
Our water treatment plants have
won numerous awards for
“Best Tasting Water”
and for our commitment to
outstanding water quality.

pg. 7 Weber Basin Water Conservancy District 2023 Annual Consumer Confidence Report

SPECIAL WATER QUALITY PRECAUTIONS TO CONSIDER

Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-
compromised persons such as those undergoing chemotherapy for cancer treatment, persons who have undergone
organ transplant, people with immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from
infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/Centers
for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infections by Cryptosporidium
and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline [phone]).
WATER QUALITY INSIDE YOUR HOME

The District delivers water that is cleaner than required by state and federal law. However, once the water passes
from our system and through your meter, you become a partner with us in making sure it stays that way. Below
are some things to consider for maintaining the quality of water in your home.

Water Heaters
Check the temperature setting for your water heater. Water that is too hot can
create a burn hazard, while water that is lukewarm can create a perfect
environment for bacteria to grow. You may want to consider installing a
pressure regulator to prevent any sudden surges to your water heater.

Filters and Purifiers
All types of filters and purifiers (point of use devices) need to be properly
maintained and monitored. Neglected devices may not work as intended, can
become a haven for microbial growth, or shed filter material into your home’s
tap water. Even the filter in your refrigerator needs to be properly maintained to
protect your family.

Backflow Prevention Devices
Once the water passes from the distribution system into your home it is more
susceptible to backflow contamination. Hoses, sprinkler systems, shop sinks
and other water devices can contaminate the water flowing within your home
and pose a health risk to your family. Consider installing backflow prevention
devises on any potential hazard.

Water Softeners
Since the hardness of your water can range anywhere from 10 to 18 grains per
gallon (or 171 to 308 parts per million), it is important to monitor the settings
on your water softener regularly to make sure that you are treating your water
properly. Over treating your water is wasted money, while under treating is not
effective.

Unused Rooms
If you have a kitchen or bathroom that rarely gets used, you should make a
point of running water through the faucets on a frequent basis. Stagnant pipes
and fixtures are susceptible to microbial growth. Flushing unused water lines
regularly will help prevent this.
pg. 8 Weber Basin Water Conservancy District 2023 Annual Consumer Confidence Report

WATER QUALITY DATA AND INFORMATION
Information on the following page lists all regulated and unregulated drinking water contaminants that we have
detected during this year and the recent past. We test for over 130 contaminants with almost all being non-
detectable. Unregulated contaminant monitoring helps the EPA determine where certain contaminants occur and
whether these contaminants need to be regulated. Some of our data, though representative, are less recent because
the contaminant levels are stable and require less frequent monitoring. It is important to know that the presence
of contaminants in the water does not necessarily indicate that the water poses a health risk. The detected
contaminants tables have been divided into three groups representing the District’s three culinary distribution
systems. These systems are:
 Weber Basin NORTH (covers the area north of Ogden City; Water System # UTAH29109)
 Weber Basin CENTRAL (the area from Ogden City south to Farmington; Water System # UTAH29023)
 Weber Basin SOUTH (the area from Centerville to North Salt Lake; Water System # UTAH06013)
DRINKING WATER TESTING RELATED DEFINITIONS
Detected Contaminant - Any contaminant detected at or above its method detection limit (MDL)
MDL - Method Detection Limit (The lowest level at which a contaminant is detected with a specified degree of certainty
by an analytical method used to analyze samples)
MCL - Maximum Contaminant Level (The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water)
MCLG - Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no
known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety)
LRAA – Locational Running Annual Average
NA - Not Applicable (there is no Federal or State MCL and/or MCLG)
ND - Not Detected
NTU - Nephelometric Turbidity Unit (a measure of the cloudiness of the water)
ppm - parts per million; equivalent to milligrams per liter (mg/L)
ppb - parts per billion; equivalent to micrograms per liter (µg/L)
pCi/L - picocuries per liter (a measure of radioactivity)
REGULATED MICROBIOLOGICAL CONTAMINANT S
Weber Basin CENTRAL - These data are derived from continuous measuring data collected in 2023.
Contaminants
Percent of Time
Meeting below
the MCL Monthly
Highest Single
Measurement MCL MCLG Violation Typical Source
Turbidity – Weber South WTP 100% 0.03 NTU 0.3 NTU 0 NTU No Soil runoff
Turbidity – Davis North WTP 100% 0.06 NTU 0.3 NTU 0 NTU No Soil runoff
Weber Basin SOUTH - These data are derived from continuous measuring data collected in 2023.
Contaminants
Percent of Time
Meeting below
the MCL Monthly
Highest Single
Measurement MCL MCLG Violation Typical Source
Turbidity – Davis South WTP 100% 0.07 NTU 0.3 NTU 0 NTU No Soil runoff
Note: Turbidity is a measure of the cloudiness of the water. We monitor it because it is a good indicator of the effectiveness of our filtration system.
MICROBIOLOGICAL PARAMETERS
Coliforms are bacteria that are naturally present in the environment and are used as an indicator that potentially
harmful bacteria may be present. Utah DDW regulations require the District to test a minimum of 140 samples
per month for total coliform and E. coli. If more than 5% of monthly samples collected are positive for total
coliform, a violation of the MCL has occurred. In 2023, the District did not exceed the monthly MCL for total
coliform bacteria; in fact, this has never occurred in our water since this rule was established.
The drinking water treated and provided by Weber Basin Water Conservancy
District meets and exceeds all state and federal regulations for water quality.

pg. 9 Weber Basin Water Conservancy District 2023 Annual Consumer Confidence Report

REGULATED INORGANIC CONTAMINANTS
Weber Basin NORTH - These data are derived from sample collected between 2010 and 2019.
Contaminants (units) Average Lowest Highest MCL MCLG Violation Typical Source
Arsenic (ppb) 0.800 0.600 1.20 10 0 No Erosion of natural deposits; runoff from orchards
Barium (ppm) 0.117 0.0330 0.267 2 2 No Erosion of natural deposits; discharge of drilling
wastes
Fluoride3,5 (ppm) 0.100 ND 0.200 4 4 No Erosion of natural deposits
Nitrate as N (ppm) 1.40 0.988 1.81 10 10 No Runoff from fertilizer use; erosion of natural
deposits
Selenium (ppb) 1.10 ND 2.10 50 50 No Erosion of natural deposits; discharge from mines
Sodium (ppm) 16.5 13.4 19.6 NA1 NA NA Erosion of natural deposits
Sulfate (ppm) 11.9 5.00 25.0 1,0002 NA No Erosion of natural deposits
Total Dissolved Solids
(ppm) 214 136 315 2,0002 NA No Erosion of natural deposits
Weber Basin CENTRAL - These data are derived from samples collected between 2017 and 2022 (Fluoride & Nitrate from only 2023).
Contaminants (units) Average Lowest Highest MCL MCLG Violation Typical Source
Antimony (ppb) 0.440 ND 0.800 6 6 No Discharge from petroleum refineries; fire retardants
Arsenic (ppb) 0.260 ND 1.30 10 0 No Erosion of natural deposits; runoff from orchards
Barium (ppm) 0.109 0.0770 0.179 2 2 No Erosion of natural deposits; discharge of drilling
wastes
Fluoride4,5 (ppm) 0.658 0.0450 1.409 4 4 No Erosion of natural deposits; fluoridation in Davis Co
Nitrate as N (ppm) 0.600 0.338 1.12 10 10 No Runoff from fertilizer use; erosion of natural
deposits
Selenium (ppb) 0.400 ND 0.700 50 50 No Erosion of natural deposits; discharge from mines
Sodium (ppm) 38.9 22.5 47.6 NA1 NA NA Erosion of natural deposits
Sulfate (ppm) 32.4 7.00 43.7 1,0002 NA No Erosion of natural deposits
Total Dissolved Solids
(ppm) 385 352 444 2,0002 NA No Erosion of natural deposits
Weber Basin SOUTH - These data are derived from samples collected between 2017 and 2019 (Fluoride and Nitrate from only 2023).
Contaminants (units) Average Lowest Highest MCL MCLG Violation Typical Source
Barium (ppm) 0.104 0.0660 0.145 2 2 No Erosion of natural deposits; discharge of drilling
wastes
Cyanide (ppb) 1.33 ND 4.00 200 200 No Discharge from steel, metal, plastic, and fertilizer
factories
Fluoride4 (ppm) 0.689 0.126 1.03 4 4 No Erosion of natural deposits; fluoridation in Davis Co
Nitrate as N (ppm) 0.715 0.406 1.68 10 10 No Runoff from fertilizer use; erosion of natural
deposits
Selenium (ppb) 1.23 1.10 1.30 50 50 No Erosion of natural deposits; discharge from mines
Sodium (ppm) 61.6 35.6 92.1 NA1 NA NA Erosion of natural deposits
Sulfate (ppm) 37.7 29.0 44.0 1,0002 NA No Erosion of natural deposits
Total Dissolved Solids
(ppm) 738 488 988 2,0002 NA No Erosion of natural deposits
1) The State of Utah Requires monitoring for sodium even though no MCL has been established.
2) The MCL for sulfate and total dissolved solids is established by the State of Utah.
3) This value represents naturally occurring fluoride concentrations.
4) Fluoride levels in Davis County have been adjusted to an optimal level of 0.7 ppm. These results are tabulated from weekly routine fluoride sampling.
5) The District does not add fluoride to water delivered to Weber County.
REGULATED VOLATILE ORGANIC CONTAMINANTS
Weber Basin CENTRAL – These data are derived from samples collected in 2023.
Contaminants (units) LRAA Lowest Highest MCL MCLG Violation Typical Source
Total Trihalomethanes (ppb) 31.2 12.5 57.7 80 NA No By-product of drinking water chlorination
Total Haloacetic Acids (ppb) 19.9 7.2 33.8 60 NA No By-product of drinking water chlorination
Weber Basin SOUTH - These data are derived from samples collected in 2023.
Contaminants (units) LRAA Lowest Highest MCL MCLG Violation Typical Source
Total Trihalomethanes (ppb) 26.1 0.60 56.3 80 NA No By-product of drinking water chlorination
Total Haloacetic Acids (ppb) 18.1 ND 32.1 60 NA No By-product of drinking water chlorination
pg. 10 Weber Basin Water Conservancy District 2023 Annual Consumer Confidence Report

REGULATED RADIO ACTIVE CONTAMINANTS
Weber Basin CENTRAL - These data are derived from samples collected between 2016 and 2023.
Contaminant Average Lowest Highest MCL MCLG Violation Typical Source
Gross Alpha Particles (pCi/L) 0.814 ND 2.60 15 0 No Erosion of natural deposits
Gross Beta Particles (pCi/L) 2.52 0.050 4.40 50 0 No Decay of natural & man-made deposits
Radium-228 (pCi/L) 0.698 0.060 1.70 5 0 No Erosion of natural deposits
Weber Basin SOUTH - These data are derived from samples collected between 2015 and 2023.
Contaminant Average Lowest Highest MCL MCLG Violation Typical Source
Gross Alpha Particles (pCi/L) 4.94 1.20 10.4 15 0 No Erosion of natural deposits
Gross Beta Particles (pCi/L) 6.00 3.50 7.00 50 0 No Decay of natural & man-made deposits
Radium-226 and -228 (pCi/L) 0.620 0.340 0.980 5 0 No Erosion of natural deposits

MANGANESE INCIDENT REPORT

The District was made aware of reports from a few of its customer agencies regarding yellow tinted water noticed by their
residents beginning the first week of December 2023. The District tested several of these water samples and found the
water was safe to drink and met all EPA water quality standards. In a few of the samples, the District found the
manganese level to be elevated which resulted in some yellow tinting to the water. Manganese is a mineral that is found
naturally in many surface and groundwater sources. Water passing through soil and rock in the watershed can dissolve
minerals, such as manganese, and carry them to the water treatment plants.
The District typically runs its ozone system throughout most of the year which oxidizes the manganese and filters it out in
the water treatment process. The District shut down its ozone system in October 2023 for necessary repairs since,
historically, manganese levels coming from the watershed are low during the winter months. It appears that elevated
levels of manganese came through the watershed in the latter part of November or first part of December 2023 which
resulted in the yellow-colored water in the city distribution systems. The ozone system was returned back into operation
as quickly as possible after the necessary repairs were made. The District affirms that the water was safe to drink prior to
and throughout this incident.
For more information, please contact the District at 801-771-1677. Some home water treatment units are also available to
remove manganese from drinking water. To learn more about available home water treatment units, you may call NSF
International at 1-877-8-NSF-HELP.

OTHER POSSIBLE CONTAMINANTS TO CONSIDER

Cryptosporidium
Cryptosporidium and giardia are microbial pathogens found in surface water throughout the U.S. Although filtration
removes cryptosporidium and giardia, the most commonly used filtration methods cannot guarantee 100 percent removal.
Monitoring conducted by the District indicates the presence of cryptosporidium and giardia in our source water. The District
uses UV light in our water treatment which inhibits these organisms from reproducing and causing sickness. Ingestion of
cryptosporidium may cause cryptosporidiosis, an abdominal infection. Symptoms of infection include nausea, diarrhea, and
abdominal cramps. Most healthy individuals can overcome the disease within a few weeks. However, immuno-
compromised people are at greater risk of devel oping life-threatening illness. Cryptosporidium must be ingested to cause
disease, and it may be spread through means other than drinking water.

pg. 11 Weber Basin Water Conservancy District 2023 Annual Consumer Confidence Report

Radon
Radon is a radioactive gas that you cannot see, taste, or smell. At this time, radon monitoring is not required by the EPA;
however, the EPA is considering making radon monitoring a requirement. The proposed MCL for radon is 4,000 pCi/L for
systems which have a public education program for radon. For additional information, call your state radon program or call
EPA's Radon Hotline [phone]).
Lead
If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children.
Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. The
District is responsible for providing high quality drinking water but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing
components. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by
flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead
in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps
you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at www.epa.gov/safewater/lead.

PFAS
Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large group of synthetic chemicals that have been used in industry and
consumer products worldwide since the 1940s. These chemicals are used to make household and commercial products that
resist heat and chemical reactions and repel oil, stains, grease, and water. Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and
Perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS) are some of the major PFAS compounds. PFAS are found in humans, wildlife, and
fish all over the world. Some PFAS do not break down easily and therefore stay in the environment and human body for a
very long time. PFAS may affect human hormones and immunity systems. The EPA and Utah Department of
Environmental Quality have been evaluating PFAS in drinking water for many years. There is currently no Maximum
Contaminant Level (MCL) regulation for PFAS but the EPA is currently considering the implementation of an MCL. For
additional information, visit www.epa.gov/pfas or www.deq.utah.gov/pollutants/per-andpolyfluoroakyl-substances-pfas.

WATER CONSERVATION
With increasing growth and the nature of the regional
climate, there is no question that we will encounter future
drought in the coming years. Future drought cycles will have
an even greater effect than in previous years due to increased
population and higher demands by private and commercial
water users. Applying principles of conservation and
improving our water efficiency must become a way of life
for everyone. The District is leading the effort to make Utah
a leader in water conservation by improving existing
infrastructure, adopting new technology, and hosting
educational opportunities for the public.
Conservation alone will not meet future water needs. The District will continue to develop water supplies, build
new infrastructure, and maintain the current infrastructure. However, future water projects are costly and usually
geographically limited. The more each of us can do to be more efficient with our current water supply will help
delay and minimize the cost of future projects. If we each save a little, we all save a lot!

pg. 12 Weber Basin Water Conservancy District 2023 Annual Consumer Confidence Report

District Conservation Programs and Resources

The District offers services and resources for the public to help improve
water efficiency, especially with regards to landscape water use.
Programs include:
• The Water Conservation Learning Garden
• Free Water Checks
• Free Landscape Classes and Garden Events
• Brochures and Educational Information
• Irrigation Product Rebates
• Participant in Slow the Flow and Statewide
Governor’s Conservation Team
• Secondary Water Metering

For more information, please visit these web sites:
www.weberbasin.com/Conservation/LearningGarden
www.weberbasin.com/Conservation/ClassCalendar
www.weberbasin.com/Conservation/Rebates
www.slowtheflow.org
www.conservewater.utah.gov
www.conservationgardenpark.org
www.utahwatersavers.com

Drought Contingency Planning
The District worked with stakeholders in the area and the Bureau of Reclamation to prepare a Drought
Contingency Plan. The goal of this plan is to prepare for future droughts by better understanding past droughts,
improving our ability to monitor current droughts, and implementing mitigation and response actions. If you
would like additional information about this plan, please contact Ashley Nay at [phone] or
[e-mail].
The Utah State Department of Planning and Budget projects that populations in Davis and Weber County will
nearly double over the next 40 years. With a doubling population and limited future water development, the
existing water supply will not meet the projected demands. Please take some time and learn why water
conservation is important for a long-term stable water supply. There are plenty of resources available and
information on how to achieve the landscape style you want while reducing the amount of water applied to
maintain it. Thank you for your efforts in helping us continue to provide water for all our needs and varied uses.
pg. 13 Weber Basin Water Conservancy District 2023 Annual Consumer Confidence Report

Get Involved
The District has regularly-scheduled Board of Trustee meetings. These meetings are typically held at the District
headquarters in Layton, Utah. If you would like to attend, please call for information about the meeting schedule
and location. The District is open each standard working day and welcomes public input. You may call us at (801)
771-1677, write to us at Weber Basin Water Conservancy District, 2837 East Highway 193, Layton, Utah, 84040;
or visit our web site at: www.weberbasin.com
Contact Us
If you have any questions concerning the content of this report, please contact Josh Hogge at [phone] or
speak to one of our receptionists.

Weber Basin Water web sites:
www.weberbasin.com
www.weberbasin.com/Conservation/about
www.weberbasin.com/NaturalSystems/WaterQualityLab
The state and federal government drinking water web sites:
www.drinkingwater.utah.gov
www.epa.gov/safewater

2023 Consumer Confidence Report approved by: Darren Hess, PE Assistant General Manager/COO