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Can You Drink Tap Water in Glendale?
Yes, Glendale's tap water is generally considered safe to drink as Glendale has no active health based violations of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) that we are aware of. Other factors such as lead piping in a home, or low levels of pollutants on immunocompromised individuals, should also be considered, however. To find more recent info we might have, you can check out our boil water notice page, the city's water provider website, or Glendale's local Twitter account.
According the EPA’s ECHO database, from April 30, 2019 to June 30, 2022, Glendale's water utility, City of Glendale, had 0 violations of the Safe Drinking Water Act. For more details on the violations, please see our violation history section below. The last violation for Glendale was resolved on March 31, 2019. This assessment is based on the City of Glendale water system, other water systems in the city may have different results.
While tap water that meets the EPA health guidelines generally won’t make you sick to your stomach, it can still contain regulated and unregulated contaminants present in trace amounts that could potentially cause health issues over the long-run. These trace contaminants may also impact immunocompromised and vulnerable individuals.
The EPA is reviewing if it’s current regulations around pollutant levels in tap water are strict enough, and the health dangers posed by unregulated pollutants, like PFAS.
Water Quality Report for Glendale Tap Water
The most recent publicly available numbers for measured contaminant levels in Glendale tap water are in its 2020 Water Quality Report. As you can see, there are levels which the EPA considers to be acceptable, but being below the maximum allowable level doesn’t necessarily mean the water is healthy.
Lead in tap water, for example, is currently allowed at up to 15ppb by the EPA, but it has set the ideal goal for lead at zero. This highlights how meeting EPA standards doesn’t necessarily mean local tap water is healthy.
EPA regulations continue to change as it evaluates the long term impacts of chemicals and updates drinking water acceptable levels. The rules around arsenic, as well as, lead and copper are currently being re-evaluated.
There are also a number of "emerging" contaminants that are not currently. For example, PFAS (Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), for which the EPA has issued a health advisory. PFAS are called "forever chemicals" since they tend not to break down in the environment or the human body and can accumulate over time.
We recommend looking at the contaminants present in Glendale's water quality reports, or getting your home's tap water tested to see if you should be filtering your water.
Glendale Tap Water Safe Drinking Water Act Violation History - Prior 10 Years
Below is a ten year history of violations for the water system named City of Glendale for Glendale in Arizona. For more details please see the "What do these Violations Mean?" section below.
From Jan. 1, 2019 to March 31, 2019, Glendale had 2 non-health based Safe Drinking Water Act violations with the violation category being Monitoring and Reporting, more specifically, the violation code was Monitoring, Regular which falls into the Chemicals rule code group, and the Inorganic Chemicals rule code family for the following contaminant codes: Nitrate, Nitrate.
From April 1, 2018 to June 30, 2018, Glendale had 1 non-health based Safe Drinking Water Act violation with the violation category being Monitoring and Reporting, more specifically, the violation code was Monitoring, Regular which falls into the Chemicals rule code group, and the Synthetic Organic Chemicals rule code family for the following contaminant code: Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate.
From Jan. 1, 2018 to March 31, 2018, Glendale had 1 non-health based Safe Drinking Water Act violation with the violation category being Monitoring and Reporting, more specifically, the violation code was Monitoring, Regular which falls into the Chemicals rule code group, and the Synthetic Organic Chemicals rule code family for the following contaminant code: Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate.
From Jan. 1, 2017 to Dec. 31, 2017, Glendale had 24 non-health based Safe Drinking Water Act violations with the violation category being Monitoring and Reporting, more specifically, the violation code was Monitoring, Regular which falls into the Chemicals rule code group, and the Inorganic Chemicals rule code family for the following contaminant codes: Beryllium, Total, Antimony, Total, Selenium, Nickel, Chromium, Cadmium, Barium, Thallium, Total, Beryllium, Total, Antimony, Total, Nickel, Cadmium, Thallium, Total, Beryllium, Total, Selenium, Chromium, Nickel, Thallium, Total, Selenium, Chromium, Antimony, Total, Barium, Barium, Cadmium.
From Jan. 1, 2017 to Dec. 31, 2017, Glendale had 3 non-health based Safe Drinking Water Act violations with the violation category being Monitoring and Reporting, more specifically, the violation code was Monitoring, Regular which falls into the Chemicals rule code group, and the Inorganic Chemicals rule code family for the following contaminant codes: Arsenic, Arsenic, Arsenic.
For the compliance period beginning Oct. 1, 2016, Glendale had 1 non-health based Safe Drinking Water Act violation with the violation category being Other Violation, more specifically, the violation code was Consumer Confidence Report Inadequate Reporting which falls into the Other rule code group, and the Consumer Confidence Rule rule code family for the following contaminant code: Consumer Confidence Rule.
For the compliance period beginning July 1, 2016, Glendale had 1 non-health based Safe Drinking Water Act violation with the violation category being Other Violation, more specifically, the violation code was Consumer Confidence Report Complete Failure to Report which falls into the Other rule code group, and the Consumer Confidence Rule rule code family for the following contaminant code: Consumer Confidence Rule.
From Jan. 1, 2014 to March 31, 2014, Glendale had 1 non-health based Safe Drinking Water Act violation with the violation category being Monitoring and Reporting, more specifically, the violation code was Monitoring, Regular which falls into the Chemicals rule code group, and the Inorganic Chemicals rule code family for the following contaminant code: Nitrate.
From Jan. 1, 2013 to Dec. 31, 2013, Glendale had 6 non-health based Safe Drinking Water Act violations with the violation category being Monitoring and Reporting, more specifically, the violation code was Monitoring, Regular which falls into the Chemicals rule code group, and the Inorganic Chemicals rule code family for the following contaminant codes: CYANIDE, CYANIDE, Mercury, Mercury, Mercury, CYANIDE.
Is there Lead in Glendale Water?
Based on the EPA’s ECHO Database, 90% of the samples taken from the Glendale water system, City of Glendale, between sample start date and sample end date, were at or below, 0.002 mg/L of lead in Glendale water. This is 13.3% of the 0.015 mg/L action level. This means 10% of the samples taken from Glendale contained more lead.
While Glendale water testing may have found 0.002 mg/L of lead in its water, that does not mean your water source has the same amount. The amount of lead in water in a city can vary greatly from neighborhood to neighborhood, or even building to building. Many buildings, particularly older ones, have lead pipes or service lines which can be a source of contamination. To find out if your home has lead, we recommend getting you water tested.
No amount of lead in water is healthy, only less dangerous. As lead accumulates in our bodies over time, even exposure to relatively small amounts can have negative health effects. For more information, please check out our Lead FAQ page.
Are there PFAS in Glendale Tap Water?
Currently, testing tap water for PFAS isn’t mandated on a national level. We do have a list of military bases where there have been suspected or confirmed leaks. There appears to be at least one military base - Luke Air Force Base - near Glendale with suspected leaks.
With many potential sources of PFAS in tap water across the US, the best information we currently have about which cities have PFAS in their water is this ewg map, which you can check to see if Glendale has been evaluated for yet.
Our stance is better safe than sorry, and that it makes sense to try to purify the tap water just in case.
Glendale SDWA Violation History Table - Prior 10 Years
| Compliance Period | Status | Health-Based? | Category Code | Code | Rule Code | Contaminant Code | Rule Group Code | Rule Family Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/01/2019 - 03/31/2019 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Nitrates (331) | Nitrate (1040) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2019 - 03/31/2019 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Nitrates (331) | Nitrate (1040) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 04/01/2018 - 06/30/2018 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Synthetic Organic Chemicals (320) | Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (2039) | Chemicals (300) | Synthetic Organic Chemicals (320) |
| 01/01/2018 - 03/31/2018 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Synthetic Organic Chemicals (320) | Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (2039) | Chemicals (300) | Synthetic Organic Chemicals (320) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Beryllium, Total (1075) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Antimony, Total (1074) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Selenium (1045) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Nickel (1036) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Chromium (1020) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Cadmium (1015) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Barium (1010) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Arsenic (332) | Arsenic (1005) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Thallium, Total (1085) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Beryllium, Total (1075) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Antimony, Total (1074) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Nickel (1036) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Cadmium (1015) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Thallium, Total (1085) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Beryllium, Total (1075) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Selenium (1045) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Chromium (1020) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Arsenic (332) | Arsenic (1005) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Nickel (1036) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Thallium, Total (1085) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Selenium (1045) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Chromium (1020) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Arsenic (332) | Arsenic (1005) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Antimony, Total (1074) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Barium (1010) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Barium (1010) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Cadmium (1015) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 10/01/2016 - | Resolved | No | Other Violation (Other) | Consumer Confidence Report Inadequate Reporting (72) | Consumer Confidence Rule (420) | Consumer Confidence Rule (7000) | Other (400) | Consumer Confidence Rule (420) |
| 07/01/2016 - | Resolved | No | Other Violation (Other) | Consumer Confidence Report Complete Failure to Report (71) | Consumer Confidence Rule (420) | Consumer Confidence Rule (7000) | Other (400) | Consumer Confidence Rule (420) |
| 01/01/2014 - 03/31/2014 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Nitrates (331) | Nitrate (1040) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2013 - 12/31/2013 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | CYANIDE (1024) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2013 - 12/31/2013 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | CYANIDE (1024) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2013 - 12/31/2013 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Mercury (1035) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2013 - 12/31/2013 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Mercury (1035) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2013 - 12/31/2013 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | Mercury (1035) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
| 01/01/2013 - 12/31/2013 | Resolved | No | Monitoring and Reporting (MR) | Monitoring, Regular (03) | Inorganic Chemicals (333) | CYANIDE (1024) | Chemicals (300) | Inorganic Chemicals (330) |
What do these Violations Mean?
Safe Drinking Water Act Violations categories split into two groups, health based, and non-health based. Generally, health based violations are more serious, though non-health based violations can also be cause for concern.
Health Based Violations
- Maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) - maximum allowed contaminant level was exceeded.
- Maximum residual disinfectant levels (MRDLs) - maximum allowed disinfectant level was exceeded.
- Other violations (Other) - the exact required process to reduce the amounts of contaminants in drinking water was not followed.
Non-Health Based Violations
- Monitoring and reporting violations (MR, MON) - failure to conduct the required regular monitoring of drinking water quality, and/or to submit monitoring results on time.
- Public notice violations (Other) - failure to immediately alert consumers if there is a serious problem with their drinking water that may pose a risk to public health.
- Other violations (Other) - miscellaneous violations, such as failure to issue annual consumer confidence reports or maintain required records.
SDWA Table Key
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Compliance Period | Dates of the compliance period. |
| Status |
Current status of the violation.
|
| Health-Based? | Whether the violation is health based. |
| Category Code |
The category of violation that is reported.
|
| Code | A full description of violation codes can be accessed in the SDWA_REF_CODE_VALUES (CSV) table. |
| Contaminant Code | A code value that represents a contaminant for which a public water system has incurred a violation of a primary drinking water regulation. |
| Rule Code |
Code for a National Drinking Water rule.
|
| Rule Group Code |
Code that uniquely identifies a rule group.
|
| Rule Family Code |
Code for rule family.
|
For more clarification please visit the EPA's data dictionary.
Glendale Water - Frequently Asked Questions
| By Phone: | 623-930-3897 |
| By Email: | landrews@glendaleaz.com |
| By Mail: | 2901 W KATHLEEN RD PHOENIX, AZ, 85053 |
Existing customers can login to their City of Glendale account to pay their Glendale water bill by clicking here.
If you want to pay your City of Glendale bill online and haven't made an account yet, you can create an account online. Please click here to create your account to pay your Glendale water bill.
If you don't want to make an account, or can't remember your account, you can make a one-time payment towards your Glendale water bill without creating an account using a one time payment portal with your account number and credit or debit card. Click here to make a one time payment.
Moving to a new house or apartment in Glendale means you will often need to put the water in your name with City of Glendale. In order to put the water in your name, please click the link to the start service form below. Start service requests for water bills typically take two business days.
Leaving your house or apartment in Glendale means you will likely need to take your name off of the water bill with City of Glendale. In order to take your name off the water bill, please click the link to the stop service form below. Stop service for water bills requests typically take two business days.
The estimated price of bottled water
$1.41 in USD (1.5-liter)
USER SUBMITTED RATINGS
- Drinking Water Pollution and Inaccessibility
- Water Pollution
- Drinking Water Quality and Accessibility
- Water Quality
The above data is comprised of subjective, user submitted opinions about the water quality and pollution in Glendale, measured on a scale from 0% (lowest) to 100% (highest).
Related FAQS
Glendale Water Quality Report (Consumer Confidence Report)
The EPA mandates that towns and cities consistently monitor and test their tap water. They must report their findings in an annual Consumer Confidence Report. Below is the most recent water quality report from Glendale's Water. If you would like to see the original version of the report, please click here.
2020 Water Quality Report
Glendale, Arizona
A Message from the
Director of Water Services
I am pleased to present our annual Water Quality Report summarizing the drinking water testing performed in 2020. Although this report is about water quality, I am happy to share with you the work and dedication of our employees to make certain you have high quality, reliable, and affordable drinking water every day.
As we review 2020, we cannot overlook the challenges the pandemic presented. The city quickly adopted the safety practices recommended by public health experts, including social distancing, mask wearing, and increased cleaning frequencies of work areas. Despite these changes, the Water Services team continued to provide the essential services necessary to protect public health and the environment.
Water is a vital resource for our desert community, now and for the future. We are committed to providing a secure and sustainable water supply. Over the last few years, the Water Services Department made significant investments in our water treatment and distribution systems. We continue to evaluate the condition of our infrastructure and plan for repairs and rehabilitation to ensure high quality and reliable water service to the residents and businesses we serve.
The quality of your drinking water is very important to us. The city tests, analyzes, and monitors water quality many times every day to ensure that the water provided is clean and safe to use.
If you have any questions about this report, your drinking water, or other questions regarding our water system, please contact our Water Services Department by telephone at
Craig Johnson, P.E.
Director, city of Glendale Water Services
This report contains important information about your drinking water. To request a copy of this report in Spanish, large print, braille or in electronic format,
call
Este informe contiene información importante sobre su agua potable. Para solicitar una copia de este informe en español, llame al
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Reliability, Quality & Value
in Every Drop
Water is essential to all life and sustains our natural environment. It touches nearly every aspect of our daily lives, from making coffee in the morning to cleaning the dishes at night.
The Water Services Department takes its responsibility of providing quality and reliable water, wastewater, environmental and stormwater services very seriously. This 24/7 operation consists of three water treatment plants, two water reclamation plants, 1,700 miles of pipes, 8,600 fire hydrants, 64,000 water meters, and a myriad of other assets.
Reliability –
We maintain a
Quality –
We test, analyze, and monitor water quality many times every day to ensure that your water exceeds the standards for
Value –
We continually look for ways to optimize our processes and the
The average
A GALLON OF GLENDALE TAP WATER
On average, a gallon of Glendale tap water costs less than 1¢. When compared with the costs of other products we use every day, tap water is clearly one of the best deals around!
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know that my water meets all water quality standards?
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) places strict limits on the amount of contaminants and impurities allowed in drinking water to ensure that your water is safe to drink. The Food and Drug Administration regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health.
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 the water poses a health risk.
The city of Glendale uses modern treatment processes to comply with the EPA water standards. The city also has an extensive sampling and water quality testing program to ensure water quality standards are met.
More information about contaminants and their potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline at
If I have health problems, how will drinking tap water affect me?
Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population.
Is it true that drinking water containing high nitrate levels is a health concern?
Nitrate in drinking water at levels above 10 parts per million is a health risk for infants less than six months of age. High nitrate levels in drinking water can cause
The nitrate level in Glendale’s drinking water meets safe drinking water requirements.
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Is a home water treatment system necessary?
The use of a home water treatment system is a personal decision. Some people invest in home water treatment systems to enhance the taste of water and to further remove impurities. Home water treatment systems are not needed to make water safer. In fact, if not properly maintained, home water treatment systems may cause water quality problems that may affect your health.
All home water treatment devices, including refrigerated water dispensers and ice makers, need regular maintenance to operate effectively and safely. Follow the operating manual that comes with the home water treatment system to ensure that your system is properly maintained and operated in accordance with the manufacturer’s directions. Filter cartridges should be changed on a regular basis as recommended by the manufacturer.
City of Glendale Drinking Water Quality
The following tables show regulated substances that were required to be tested and were detected in Glendale drinking water in 2020. The tables contain the name of each substance detected, the highest level allowed by regulation, the ideal goals for public health, the amount detected and the usual sources of such contamination. Certain contaminants are required to be monitored less than one time per year because concentrations of those contaminants are not expected to vary significantly from year to year. For those contaminants that were not required to be tested in 2020, this report includes data from the most recent required testing. The presence of contaminants does not indicate that the water poses a health threat, only that they were detected during routine compliance monitoring. Glendale monitored for many more substances which were not detected.
Oasis Water Treatment Plant
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2020 Water Quality Analysis
This table shows the results of our water quality analysis in 2020. Each substance that was detected in the water,
even in the smallest traceable amount, is listed. The table contains the name of each substance; the highest substance
level allowed by federal regulation; the highest level and range detected and the major sources of each substance.
SUBSTANCE |
FEDERAL MCL |
MCLG |
MAXIMUM |
RANGE |
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AVERAGE |
UNITS |
SOURCES |
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Arsenic1 |
10 |
0 |
8.9 |
ND |
to |
8.9 |
1.8 |
PPB |
Erosion of natural deposits; |
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runoff from orchards; runoff |
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from glass & electronics |
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production wastes |
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Barium |
2000 |
2000 |
142 |
ND |
to |
142 |
54 |
PPB |
Erosion of natural deposits; |
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discharge of drilling wastes; |
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discharge from metal refineries |
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Total Chromium |
100 |
100 |
39 |
2.7 |
to |
39 |
11 |
PPB |
Erosion of natural deposits; |
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discharge from steel & pulp |
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mills |
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Chlorite |
1 |
0.8 |
0.58 |
0.05 |
to |
0.58 |
0.55 |
PPM |
Byproduct of drinking water |
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disinfection |
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Chlorine Dioxide |
MRDL = 800 |
MRDLG = 800 |
430 |
ND |
to |
430 |
40 |
PPB |
Water additive as an oxidant |
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Fluoride |
4 |
4 |
0.7 |
ND |
to |
0.7 |
0.3 |
PPM |
Erosion of natural deposits; |
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water additive that promotes |
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strong teeth; discharge from |
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fertilizer & aluminum factories |
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Nitrate2 as Nitrogen |
10 |
10 |
6.6 |
ND |
to |
6.6 |
1.2 |
PPM |
Runoff from fertilizer use; leaching |
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from septic tanks & sewage; |
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erosion of natural deposits |
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Total Organic Carbon |
TT=1 or Greater |
N/A |
4.9 |
1 |
to |
4.9 |
2.4 |
NA |
Naturally present in |
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Removal Ratio |
Running Annual Avg. |
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the environment |
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Total Coliforms |
Presence in no |
0 |
Highest monthly |
0% |
to |
0.5% |
0.1% |
P/A |
Naturally present in |
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Chlorine |
MRDL = 4 |
MRDLG = 4 |
1.4 |
0 |
to |
1.4 |
0.6 |
PPM |
Water additive used to |
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Gross Alpha (excluding |
15 |
0 |
4.3 |
ND |
to |
4.3 |
1.2 |
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Erosion of natural deposits |
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Combined Radium (2020) |
5 |
0 |
0.7 |
ND |
to |
0.7 |
ND |
pCi/L |
Erosion of natural deposits |
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Uranium (2020) |
30 |
0 |
4.9 |
ND |
to |
4.9 |
1.7 |
PPB |
Erosion of natural deposits |
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Turbidity 3 |
TT=1 NTU |
N/A |
0.28 |
0.02 |
to |
0.28 |
0.06 |
NTU |
Soil runoff |
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Turbidity3 |
TT = >95% of |
N/A |
100% of Samples |
0% |
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Soil runoff |
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Total Haloacetic Acids4 |
60 (LRAA) |
N/A |
14.0 |
8.6 |
to |
14.0 |
12 (LRAA) |
PPB |
Byproduct of drinking water |
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disinfection |
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Total Trihalomethanes 5 |
80 (LRAA) |
N/A |
61 |
38.6 |
to |
61.4 |
46 (LRAA) |
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SUBSTANCE |
AL |
ALG |
MAXIMUM |
# OF SITES |
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UNITS |
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Copper (2018)6 |
1,300 |
1,300 |
307 |
0 |
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235 |
PPB |
Corrosion of household plumbing |
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systems; erosion of natural |
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preservatives |
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Lead (2018)6 |
15 |
0 |
7.82 |
0 |
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1.5 |
PPB |
Corrosion of household plumbing |
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Key to Analysis Tables
AL (Action Level) - The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements which a water system must follow.
ALG (Action Level Goal) - The “goal” is the level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. The ALG allows for a margin of safety.
LRAA (Locational Running Annual Average) - Maximum running annual average at the compliance locations.
MCL (Maximum Contaminant Level) - The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology.
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.
MRDL (Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level) - The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that the addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants.
MRDLG (Maximum Residual Disinfection Level Goal) - The level of disinfectant added to drinking water at which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contamination.
Minimum Reporting Limit (MRL) - The smallest measured concentration of a substance that can be reliably measured by a given analytical method.
Range - The highest and lowest measurements reported during the year.
- (Treatment Technique) - A required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water.
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Cryptosporidium - Cryptosporidium is a microbial pathogen found in surface water throughout the United States. 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,
- While your drinking water meets the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) standard for arsenic, it does contain low levels of arsenic. EPA's standard balances the current understanding of arsenic's possible health effects against the costs of removing arsenic from drinking water. EPA continues to research the health effects of low levels of arsenic, which is a mineral known to cause cancer in humans at high concentrations and is linked to other health effects such as skin damage and circulatory problems. The arsenic level for 2020 was well below the 10 PPB MCL.
-
While your drinking water meets EPA standards for
nitrate-nitrogen, it does contain low levels ofnitrate-nitrogen. The highest 2020 value for nitrate- nitrogen in the city of Glendale’s water supply was 6.6 PPM. The average value for the year was 1.2 PPM. -
Total organic carbon (TOC) has no health effects. However, total organic carbon provides a medium for the formation of disinfection
by-products. These byproducts include trihalomethanes (THM) and haloacetic acids (HAA). Drinking water containing these byproducts in excess of the MCL may lead to adverse health effects, liver or kidney problems, or nervous system effects, and may lead to an increased risk of getting cancer. - Turbidity is a measure of the cloudiness of the water. We monitor turbidity because it is an indicator of the effectiveness of our filtration system.
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Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5): The sum of concentrations of
mono-,
a locational running annual average.
- Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM): The sum of concentrations of chloroform, bromodichoromethane, dibromochloromethane and bromoform, which are byproducts of adding chlorine to water to kill harmful germs. The range of the results for Stage 2 TTHM DBP monitoring for 2020 was 38.6 to 61.4 PPB. Water samples are collected for TTHMs quarterly at 12 locations within the city. Stage 2 TTHM DBP values are calculated as a locational running annual average.
- The EPA requires us to monitor for lead and copper every three years. There were 85 households tested for lead and copper in 2018. The next testing will be conducted in 2021.
Copper: Copper is an essential nutrient, but some people who drink water containing copper in excess of the action level over a relatively short amount of time could experience gastrointestinal distress.
Lead: Infants and children who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level could experience delays in their physical or mental development. Adults who drink this water over many years could develop kidney problems or high blood pressure.
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 city of Glendale 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.
If you live in a house built between 1982 and 1986 and are interested in participating in the next Lead and Copper Rule sampling event in 2021, contact us at waterqualitylab@glendaleaz.com.
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METALS |
MINIMUM |
MAXIMUM |
AVG. |
UNITS |
SOURCES |
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Germanium Total ICAP/MS |
1.2 |
1.2 |
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elements and minerals, a byproduct of |
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zinc ore processing, used in infrared |
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Manganese Total |
0.4 |
0.4 |
0.4 |
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SUBSTANCES OF FREQUENT INTEREST
ANALYTE |
UNITS |
RANGE |
AVG. |
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Alkalinity |
PPM |
69 – 226 |
147 |
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Aluminum |
PPB |
ND – 169 |
1 |
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Bromide |
PPM |
ND – 305 |
50 |
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Calcium |
PPM |
26 |
– 76 |
61 |
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Chloride |
PPM |
26 – 336 |
143 |
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Iron |
PPB |
ND – 34 |
1 |
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Magnesium |
PPM |
15 |
– 27 |
23 |
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Manganese |
PPB |
ND – 30 |
1 |
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Potassium |
PPM |
ND – 6 |
1 |
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PFOS* |
PPT |
ND – 7 |
1 |
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PFOA** |
PPT |
ND – 12 |
1 |
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Sodium |
PPM |
44 – 210 |
116 |
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Sulfate |
PPM |
25 – 289 |
151 |
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Hardness |
Grains/Gal. |
10 – 16.9 |
14.2 |
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Hardness |
PPM |
171 |
– 289 |
244 |
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pH |
Std. Units |
7.0 |
– 8.0 |
7.6 |
TDS |
PPM |
344 |
– 774 |
591 |
Temperature |
(°C) |
12.8 |
– 32.2 |
22 |
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- Perfluoro octanesulfonic acid
- Perfluoro octanoic acid
Fourth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR4)
Under the 1996 amendments to the federal Safe Drinking Water Act, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is required once every five years to issue a new list of up to 30 unregulated contaminants for which public water systems must monitor. The intent of this rule is to provide baseline occurrence data that the EPA can combine with toxicological research to make decisions about potential future drinking water regulations.
We are currently going through the fourth round of this constituent testing.
The UCMR4 requires that each Public Water System conduct monitoring of their potable water systems during
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Water Conservation
The Water Services Department is committed to ensuring a reliable water supply for Glendale’s future. The city’s Conservation and Sustainable Living Division assists businesses and residents with improving their indoor and outdoor water efficiency through free programs and services:
- Commercial and Residential Water Audits
- Landscape Consultations, Water Budgets, and Rebates
- Water Waste Investigations
- Xeriscape Demonstration Garden
- Adult and Youth Education
New! Watch videos on simple ways to create a more water and energy efficient home and yard at http://bit.ly/GlendaleGreenVids.
For more information, visit www.glendaleaz.com/waterconservation or call
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how
much
water
will you
save?
The average conversion to
Xeriscape
can save 50% or more on
your outdoor water use!
- 15 x 15 foot
grass area watered with 3/4 inch of H2O=
105
gallons
per watering!
(that’s 7900 gallons per year!)
2020 Water Quality Report
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Cash for Removing Grass
Glendale water customers can receive a rebate for converting their thirsty grass into
Rebate Amount / Grass Removed
$150 |
/ |
$600 |
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$300 |
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$750 |
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4501+ ft.2 |
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$450 |
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Follow four easy steps to get started:
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Request free
“how-to” information.
Receive free publications on how to successfully convert grass to awater-smart landscape by calling623-930-3760 or visiting www.glendaleaz.com/waterconservation. -
Sign up for a free consultation.
Glendale Water Services Department staff provide free,on-site landscape consultations to Glendale water customers. We offer advice to help you install and maintain a sustainable landscape. -
Learn about landscape requirements.
Single-family customers must remove at least 500 square feet of grass. Businesses, HOAs andmulti-family customers must remove at least 1,000 square feet of grass and participate in the Landscape Water Budget Program. The converted area must be landscaped withArizona-friendly plants (bare soil and artificial grass do not qualify). -
Call
623-930-3760 to schedule a landscape inspection.
After the inspection, landscapes that meet the criteria will receive a rebate depending on the amount of grass removed.
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Glendale, Arizona
Water Source Information
Where does Glendale’s water come from?
The city uses renewable water supplies from the Salt, Verde and Colorado rivers, and stored water credits that are earned through the city’s recharge program. In addition, Glendale can pump a limited amount of groundwater when needed.
Runoff from the Salt/Verde River watershed is stored in a series of lakes operated by the Salt River Project (SRP). Runoff from the Colorado River watershed is stored in Lake Powell, Lake Mead, and Lake Pleasant and delivered through the Central Arizona Project (CAP) canal.
Salt River Project (SRP) – Snow and rain runoff from the Salt and Verde River watersheds. Central Arizona Project (CAP) – Snow and rain runoff from the Colorado River watershed. Groundwater – Underground water pumped from wells.
Reclaimed Water – Treated, recycled wastewater for
Potential Source Water Impurities
The city of Glendale’s raw water sources include rivers, lakes, reservoirs and wells.
As water travels from these sources, it dissolves
- Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations and wildlife.
- Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring, or a result from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming.
- Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organics which are byproducts of industrial processes and petroleum production. These can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff and septic systems.
- Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from agriculture, urban stormwater runoff and residential uses that may come from a variety of sources.
- Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities.
The City treats and processes the water to improve quality and has an extensive water testing program to ensure water quality standards are met.
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Water Hardness
Hardness is a measure of the minerals calcium and magnesium that are present in water. As water moves through or over the earth, it picks up these naturally occurring minerals that make the water “hard.” Usage of the word “hard” in this case refers to the difficulty with which suds form when using soap. The harder the water, more soap is required to produce suds. The amount of hardness in the city of Glendale’s drinking water in 2020 ranged between 171 to 289 PPM or 10.0 to 16.9 grains per gallon. Hard water is not a primary water quality standard and is not considered to be a health concern. According to the National Research Council (National Academy of Sciences), hard water generally contributes a small amount toward the total human dietary need for calcium and magnesium.
Source Water Assessment
In 2003, the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) conducted source water assessments of surface water and groundwater sources for the city of Glendale public water system. The assessments included an evaluation of land uses, such as gas stations, landfills, dry cleaners, agricultural fields, wastewater treatment plants, and mining activities that may pose a potential water quality risk to the city’s water sources. ADEQ has given the city of Glendale public water system a
ADEQ categorized all surface water sources as high risk because they are open to the atmosphere. The overall risk posed to surface water is addressed by EPA through its increased monitoring requirement for surface water sources. A designation of
To ensure high quality water, the city regularly monitors and treats the water received from all sources prior to delivery. Glendale also conducts other monitoring and studies to assess water quality. If any contaminant approaches the drinking water Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL), treatment is installed or wells are removed from service. The city of Glendale’s top priority is to provide safe drinking water 24 hours a day, every day.
Information regarding source water assessments is available for inspection at ADEQ,
1110 W. Washington St., Phoenix, Arizona 85007, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Email inquiries regarding source water assessments may be sent to ADEQ at vs3@azdeq.gov.
For more information, visit the ADEQ website at:
https://azdeq.gov/node/735 or contact the city of Glendale’s Water Services Department at
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Protecting the Environment
Only Rain in the Storm Drain
Originating from rain, snow or ice melt, stormwater is conveyed through washes and streams and is naturally stored in ponds, lakes or reservoirs. Natural environments are permeable surfaces allowing stormwater to seep into the soil providing water for plants, trees, wildlife, and humans.
Our roadways, sidewalks, paved areas and rooftops are impermeable surfaces that are managed to convey water in pipes, channels or canals before they discharge into waterways. This runoff can “pick up” trash, oils and chemicals that can be harmful to the environment. Maintenance and inspection of drainage features keeps sediment out of washes and streams. Identifying and stopping illicit discharges like pool water or paint disposal into streets or alleys ensures chemical pollutants do not enter the drainage system.
Federal and state laws have been established to reduce the amount of sediment and pollutants in stormwater. On construction projects, stormwater is temporarily managed using control measures or best management practices (BMP’s). Examples include: erosion control logs, sediment control fences, and mesh blankets. Permanent BMP’s are designed to remain in place. Examples include check dams, soil stabilizers, and revegetation.
In the United States, low impact development (LID) is an innovative approach to managing stormwater. Examples include: Permeable paving, rain gardens, and
How can you reduce stormwater pollution?
- While walking your pets, pick up pet waste and dispose of it appropriately.
- Use pesticides according to the manufacturer's label and apply only when it’s not raining.
- Sweep driveways and sidewalks and dispose of debris in the trash can.
- Remove debris from your rain gutters.
- Never dump anything in storm drains or in washes.
- Wash vehicles at the carwash, not in the driveway or street.
- Drain or backwash your pool water into the sanitary sewer, not into the street.
- Fix vehicle leaks and return used automotive fluids at an auto parts store.
For more information on keeping Glendale clean and green visit www.glendaleaz.com/ environmentalprotection or to learn more about the importance of stormwater, visit www.azstorm.org.
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Pain in the Drain
Discarding of unwanted medications down the toilet or sink is not acceptable because many medications cannot be broken down at a water reclamation facility.
Option 1 – Keep medication in its container and place it into a MedReturn Drug Collection Unit* at the following Glendale police stations:
Foothills Station - 6255 W. Union Hills Dr.
Gateway Station - 6261 N. 83rd Ave.
*Does not accept liquid medications or syringes.
Option 2 – Put medication into a sealable bag or container and mix with an undesirable substance (such as kitty litter or used coffee grounds). Dispose of it in the trash. Keep away from children and pets.
Option 3 – Contact your pharmacy to see if they collect unused medications.
For more information, visit www.glendaleazwater.com.
Cease the Grease
Fats, oils and/or grease (FOG) have the potential to collect in drains and sewer pipes and can cause expensive and undesirable clogs. To prevent grease
What you can do – Do not put grease down your garbage disposal or sink.
For tips on how to properly dispose of FOG in the sanitary sewer, visit
www.glendaleaz.com/environmentalprotection
Are Water Leaks
Draining Your Piggy Bank?
The average household loses more than 10,000 gallons of water each year through leaks. Finding and fixing leaks is now easier with the “Smart Home Water Guide.” This free
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Long Term Water Supply
Does Glendale have enough water resources for a growing community?
Strategic investments in securing
Glendale has a
Glendale’s Drinking Water Distribution System is comprised of a vast network of more than 25,000 valves, 62,000 service lines, 8,600 fire hydrants, traveling through more than
1,700 miles of pipe, ranging in sizes from 4 inches to 60 inches. Water from Glendale’s water treatment plants, wells, and reservoirs serve the population with high quality drinking water for all its potable water uses. The city of Glendale is committed to the maintenance
and rehabilitation of its aging drinking water infrastructure through system enhancements and improvements to ensure consistent and reliable delivery of water to its constituents.
Glendale is Prepared for Drought
The Western U.S. is in an ongoing
Even though we are in a drought, Glendale is well prepared to meet water demand during drought or water shortage conditions. The city’s Drought Management Plan ensures that best management practices are in place to minimize the negative impacts of water shortages resulting from drought. Through careful planning and resource management, we are fortunate to have many water sources available to us – assuring us a
To learn more about the city’s Drought Management Plan visit: www.glendaleazwater.com and select the "Drought Information" tab.
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Want to Know More?
and City Council meetings. Please visit the following webpages for more information.
Glendale City Council Agendas and Meetings:
www.glendaleaz.com/your_government/city_council
Citizens Utility Advisory Commission (CUAC) Meetings:
www.glendaleaz.com/your_government/connect/departments/city_clerk/
boards_and_commissions/citizens_utility_advisory_commission
Contact Glendale Water Services Staff:
Water Services Department:
Visit the following resources to learn more:
Tap Into Quality: www.tapintoquality.com
Only Tap Water Delivers: www.drinktap.org
Water Use It Wisely: www.wateruseitwisely.com
Water Sense: www.epa.gov/watersense
Tap Into Quality
Tap water. You turn on the faucet, it’s always there. It may be taken for granted, but tap water quality, convenience and value is not taken lightly by the people who ensure it is safe and available when you want it. The safety, convenience and affordability of tap water is the message being communicated by “Tap Into Quality,” a public education campaign designed to keep citizens informed about the quality of their tap water. To learn more about your tap water, and check out an informative video, visit www.tapintoquality.com.
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Contaminants
City of Glendale
EWG's drinking water quality report shows results of tests conducted by the water utility and provided to the Environmental Working Group by the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality, as well as information from the U.S. EPA Enforcement and Compliance History database (ECHO). For the latest quarter assessed by the U.S. EPA (January 2019 - March 2019), tap water provided by this water utility was in compliance with federal health-based drinking water standards.
Utility details
- Serves: 234766
- Data available: 2012-2017
- Data Source: Surface water
- Total: 17
Contaminants That Exceed Guidelines
- Arsenic
- Chromium (hexavalent)
- Nitrate
- Nitrate and nitrite
- Radium%2C combined (-226 & -228)
- Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs)
- Uranium
Other Detected Contaminants
- 1%2C4-Dioxane
- Barium
- Chlorate
- Chromium (total)
- Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
- Fluoride
- Haloacetic acids (HAA5)
- Molybdenum
- Strontium
- Vanadium
Reminder
Always take extra precautions, the water may be safe to drink when it leaves the sewage treatment plant but it may pick up pollutants during its way to your tap. We advise that you ask locals or hotel staff about the water quality. Also, note that different cities have different water mineral contents.
Sources and Resources
Sources Cited
Additional Resources
Glendale Tap Water
Glendale Arizona Tap Water is one of the best cities in Arizona to live in. There are so many things to do and see in this awesome town that there’s little time to stop and smell the roses. You can start off your day with an energetic breakfast at any of the three Glendale restaurants or head out to one of the many shopping malls in the area. You might also check out the many sporting events such as the annual Glendale AZ Beer Garden, the Glendale Sports Festival, and the annual St. Patrick’s Day Festival.
Glendale gets its name from a Spanish fort that was built during the 15th century. This fort was a supply point for water so its walls were lined with sandstone and the roof was made of eucalyptus leaves. It has a lot of beautiful scenery and is very green. Many birds are spotted around the area which is a good sign of different species of birds such as ducks, geese, and quail.
The beautiful butterfly gardens that surround the town’s water tower are breathtaking. They were brought to the land by the Wright brothers, who were attempting to fly over the Mexican-American border. The giant sequooses that line the towers of the water park are a sight to behold and definitely worth the trip up into the park. The Arizona State University sports teams call the Wags’ Field home including the football team which has won the national championship game on three occasions. The Phoenix Suns is an NBA franchise that has recently moved to the city and play at the nearby Phoenix Arena.
Glendale Drinking Water
Have you ever considered the possibility that your Glendale Arizona drinking water supply could be contaminated by chemicals from a nearby pharmaceutical manufacturing facility? Chances are if so, you have come to the realization that your water treatment company is unable to keep these hazardous chemical spills under control. In some cases, the spills themselves may be the cause of cancer and other health problems; while in other instances, these chemicals are the catalyst for increased levels of stress and anxiety that often lead to greater health problems as well. There is an increasing body of evidence that strongly suggests that the major cause of such illnesses as cancer and nervous system damage may be the cumulative effect of small amounts of these toxic chemicals over a period of time. When this happens, what can you do to protect yourself?
Well, one important thing to keep in mind is that the Glendale water treatment facilities cannot filter out every single chemical that is present in our groundwater supplies. While they might be able to remove a few, like benzene, ethylene glycol, and others, there is simply no way to prevent the entrance of even a single chemical. This is why it is essential to purchasing a home water purifier that can not only remove chlorine but other harmful chemicals as well. It is also essential to keep such a device in your home when you are away from home, to ensure that you are getting the highest quality water possible.
If you are concerned about the chemical contamination of your drinking water, you have several options. One of the most effective methods of removing chemicals from the water supply is through the use of ultraviolet light. There are a number of units on the market that feature this technology, including a reverse osmosis step. While it is not likely to remove every chemical in your water, it is a very effective means of reducing the risks of health problems from chemical exposure. You can find information on the internet about the different types of ultraviolet water filters that are available.
Glendale Water Quality
The city of Glendale Arizona has long been a popular tourist destination, with its charming small-town atmosphere and lovely scenery. There are many things to do in Glendale, but one of the main things to do is take a tour of the Arizona water. Glendale is known for its great natural beauty and is also home to the Phoenix Memorial Park. This park was created as a tribute to the famous baseball player, Lou Gehrig.
As part of the deal when visiting Arizona, you can visit the Grand Canyon and many other natural attractions, such as the Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, and the Arizona Science Center. The Arizona Science Center holds a wide range of exhibits and educational activities that not only teach you about science, but it gives you an idea of what it’s like to live in this beautiful desert state. The Phoenix Museum of Art is also another attraction worth visiting. Here you’ll find some awesome art museums to view and if you like, you can even take a walking tour around the city.
Glendale is a great city to check out. The Arizona water has excellent water quality that will keep your spirits up no matter what you’re doing. There are many different parks to see here and plenty of things to do. In fact, the Phoenix water is so pure that you can bathe in it or drink from it and still get the water you need. All you have to do to enjoy the great outdoors and quality Glendale Arizona water is to go!
Glendale Water
The city of Glendale Arizona is a suburb of Phoenix and is a great place for anyone looking for a great family-friendly city. There are plenty of public recreational areas to play in as well as professional baseball and basketball teams. Glendale has a lot to offer the visitor looking for a home in a family-friendly climate. The main business district of the city of Glendale has a United States Mint building on its site. The city was also one of the first places on the west coast to install a solar thermal power plant, so it is definitely a green city.
If you are interested in a residential water filter for Glendale water, you will be happy to know that there are many options available. A premium water filter system is easy to find and can make your shopping simple. A residential water filter system can have up to four different stages of filtration to choose from. You can choose from reverse osmosis or carbon block filters depending on what is most suitable for your needs.
Once you have made your decision to purchase a water filter for your home, the next step is to choose where you want to buy one. Many companies offer competitive financing options for water filters. The Glendale water system is a great choice and it will end up saving you a lot of money on your water bill each month!
Glendale Drinking Water Standards
Glendale Arizona is in the process of creating new drinking water standards as part of the city’s effort to protect its citizen’s health and ensure that they are safe from dangerous contaminants. The new municipal standards for those areas that are serviced by the city’s water treatment facility will include a provision for inspecting the facilities on a regular basis. This will include checking to make sure that the processes used are effective and not allowing impurities to leech into the mainframe of the facility and making it in turn too unsafe for human consumption. There are several different steps that will be required for this inspection and some of them include periodic testing, ensuring that the levels of various impurities are not increasing, and monitoring the results to determine whether or not any harmful bacteria has been introduced into the community.
The ultimate goal of the new standards set forth by Glendale is to ensure that they are providing consumers with the safest water possible. To do this, they have had to implement several different methods for detecting impurities in the water, and have continually tested to ensure that they are meeting the standards set forth. These standards are part of the larger initiative of the city to create a more sustainable environment for those who live there and reducing the amount of waste that is created by its wastewater treatment plants.
The new drinking water standards for Glendale will take effect in late 2021. With all of the changes that will occur, it is important to realize that it may take several months for the entire program to be fully implemented. Some cities such as Phoenix have seen an increase in their annual budgets as a result of the rising costs of wastewater treatment. It is unknown at this time how much of an increase the city of Glendale will see when it comes to its annual budget. Other cities throughout the Phoenix area have seen similar increases in their budgets, which have prompted questions about just how much the extra costs will actually affect Glendale in particular. Until the city can come up with an accurate cost for implementing its new program, it will be important to remain vigilant about keeping the city within the limits of its budget.
Glendale Water Utility
If you are looking to get a great water utility company, you need to take the time to find out more about the reputation of each of the water providers in your area. You should not simply choose the first company that you come across. To make sure you have chosen a good company, you need to learn more about them and their track record. This is an important step in determining whether you are dealing with a reliable water utility or a company that will try to rip you off. It’s important to know what other customers think about the services they offer.
When it comes to choosing a Glendale Arizona water utility, you should always remember that it is a large job. The city of Glendale itself is quite large, and it is easy to see why you would want to get the best service possible for your home or business. A lot of people go with the cheaper companies because they seem to offer more services and affordable prices. Unfortunately, those cheaper companies are not always the best when it comes to delivering on their promise to provide water. Some of them do not take care of their customers, which means that you might have to pay a lot more if you call in a problem with their service.
Make sure that you learn more about the water utility companies in your area before you choose one to carry your water supply. There are plenty of reviews online to check out, and you can always ask people who use this service for advice. In Glendale, you have plenty of options, so it does not make sense for you to try to choose the cheapest one there is. Instead, focus on the quality of the service instead of the price. Doing that will ensure that you get the best possible water service for your needs at a price that fits your budget.
Glendale Water Treatment Plant
Glendale water treatment plant is located on the banks of Yuma Creek. It is located in the middle of the city of Glendale. The area was chosen by the City of Glendale for this purpose because of its scenic beauty and natural desirability. This particular plant provides the community with treated drinking water. Since it is a significant contributor to the environmental health of the community, it is imperative that such water is free from any form of pollution.
A number of industries are located in and around this area as well. Therefore, there is a great deal of pressure on the treatment plant in order to meet all of these needs. Every drop of untreated water is responsible for killing thousands of insects each year. The plant is also responsible for cleaning the air and creating a healthier environment for those who reside in and around Glendale.
The water treated at the Glendale water treatment plant does not end at the receiving end of a pipe. It is then conveyed throughout the community and treated at homes and businesses. Even animals living nearby derive nutrition from the water. As you can see, this particular plant not only gives the Glendale community a vital service; it also creates a healthy atmosphere and allows for a healthy lifestyle for those who reside in and around the vicinity. In conclusion, the water treatment plant industry is very important.