June 14, 2026
Glendale, AZ Water Quality Report 2026
Unlock the full breakdown — detected levels vs. legal limits, plus what removes each one.
Full contaminant breakdown
EPA Six-Year Review compliance monitoring, 2012–2019 — the most recent national compliance dataset EPA has published. See the sections above for more recent violation and PFAS records.
| Contaminant | Avg. detected | Highest sample | Federal limit | Avg. vs. limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ArsenicEPA health goal: zero | 6.22 ppb | 10 ppb | 10 ppb | 62% |
| Nitrate + nitrite | 5220 ppb | 7450 ppb | 10000 ppb | 52% |
| Nitrate | 5150 ppb | 7450 ppb | 10000 ppb | 51% |
| Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs) | 28.9 ppb | 58.9 ppb | 80 ppb | 36% |
| LeadEPA health goal: zero | 2.5 ppb | 3.8 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | 17% |
| Fluoride | 657 ppb | 1100 ppb | 4000 ppb | 16% |
| Selenium | 8 ppb | 8 ppb | 50 ppb | 16% |
| Chromium (total) | 10.7 ppb | 12 ppb | 100 ppb | 11% |
| Haloacetic acids (HAA5) | 5.78 ppb | 10 ppb | 60 ppb | 10% |
| Copper | 86.6 ppb | 290 ppb | 1300 ppb (action level) | 7% |
| Barium | 92.2 ppb | 140 ppb | 2000 ppb | 5% |
Also tested, no detections: 1,1,1-Trichloroethane, 1,1,2-Trichloroethane, 1,1-Dichloroethylene, 1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene, 1,2-Dichloroethane, 1,2-Dichloropropane, 2,4,5-TP (Silvex), 2,4-D, Alachlor, Antimony, Asbestos, Atrazine, Benzene, Benzo(a)pyrene, Beryllium, Cadmium, Carbofuran, Carbon tetrachloride, Chlordane, Chlorobenzene, Cyanide, DBCP, DEHA (adipate), DEHP (phthalate), Dalapon, Dichloromethane, Dinoseb, Dioxin (2,3,7,8-TCDD), Diquat, Endothall, Endrin, Ethylbenzene, Ethylene dibromide (EDB), Glyphosate, Heptachlor, Heptachlor epoxide, Hexachlorobenzene, Hexachlorocyclopentadiene, Lindane, Mercury (inorganic), Methoxychlor, Nitrite, Oxamyl, Pentachlorophenol, Picloram, Radium (combined), Simazine, Styrene, Tetrachloroethylene (PCE), Thallium, Toluene, Toxaphene, Trichloroethylene (TCE), Vinyl chloride, Xylenes (total), cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene, o-Dichlorobenzene, p-Dichlorobenzene, trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene.
Reverse osmosis (drinking water)
The treatment category most often matched to dissolved contaminants like lead, arsenic, nitrate, fluoride, and radiological contaminants detected in this system.
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The treatment category most often matched to disinfection byproducts (TTHMs, haloacetic acids), chlorine taste and odor, and organic compounds detected in this system.
Shop whole-house systems →Source: U.S. EPA Six-Year Review 4 compliance monitoring data (2012–2019), the most recent nationwide compliance dataset EPA has released, reported at the water-system level. A detection is not a violation. “Avg. vs. limit” compares the average of laboratory detections to the federal MCL or action level; individual faucets can differ — household plumbing affects lead and copper, and a state-certified laboratory test of your own tap is the only way to confirm levels in your home. Treatment categories are general matches, not a certification claim for a specific product and contaminant.
Water Utility: City of Glendale Water Services
Population Served: 234,000 residents
Data Sources: EPA SDWIS + EPA UCMR5
Report Year: 2026
Glendale, Arizona drinking water is supplied by City of Glendale. All US public water systems must test and report results to the EPA under the Safe Drinking Water Act.
EPA Violation History
No health-based EPA maximum contaminant level (MCL) violations on record since 2010 for this utility.
PFAS "Forever Chemical" Detections
PFAS compounds were detected in this water system during EPA's UCMR5 testing program (2023-2025).
| PFAS Compound | Level Detected | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| PFPeA | 0.0540 ug/L | PFAS Filters |
| PFHxA | 0.0440 ug/L | PFAS Filters |
| PFBA | 0.0140 ug/L | PFAS Filters |
| PFHpA | 0.0072 ug/L | PFAS Filters |
Source: EPA UCMR5. Levels in ug/L (parts per billion). 1 ug/L = 1,000 ppt.
Should You Filter Your Glendale Water?
Even utilities with no EPA violations may have contaminants below legal limits but above health guidelines. Many health organizations recommend filtration for households with children or pregnant women.
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Is Glendale tap water safe to drink?
City of Glendale meets EPA standards, but trace PFAS and disinfection byproducts are common in US municipal water.
Does Glendale water have PFAS?
Yes -- PFAS compounds were detected during EPA UCMR5 monitoring. A certified reverse osmosis or carbon block filter can significantly reduce these.
What filter works best for Glendale?
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Data sourced from EPA SDWIS and UCMR5. PureWaterGuys.com is not affiliated with any municipal water utility.
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