Tap water quality in Reno, Nevada
Reno's water systems logged 86 health-based EPA violations in 2021–2026, most recently in 2025 — most often combined uranium. Health-based violations mean a federal limit or treatment standard was exceeded; check the systems below and your utility's annual report for specifics.
Averages describe states, not your faucet. A certified home water test screens for lead, nitrates, bacteria and dozens of other contaminants — the same categories EPA regulates.
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Reno tap water FAQ
Is tap water safe to drink in Reno?
Reno's systems logged 86 health-based violations in 2021–2026, most commonly combined uranium. A violation is a red flag for a period of time, not a permanent condition — your utility's current Consumer Confidence Report shows today's status, and a certified home test shows what's at your tap.
Who supplies Reno's water?
Truckee Meadows Water Authority (serving about 442,000 people); Great Basin Water Co Cold Springs (serving about 9,650 people); Great Basin Water Co Spanish Springs (serving about 1,460 people); Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc (serving about 998 people). Data: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, July 2026.
How hard is the water in Reno?
City-level hardness isn't published in a single federal dataset, but Nevada averages 300 PPM — "very hard" on the USGS scale. Your utility's water quality report lists Reno's exact hardness, or a $10 test strip tells you in a minute. If it comes back over 120 PPM, see our water softener guidance in the purification calculator.
Do I need a water filter in Reno?
With 86 health-based violations on record in 2021–2026, a certified filter is reasonable insurance here: reverse osmosis ($150–$1,300 installed, Angi 2026) covers lead, nitrates and PFAS at the tap. Test first ($50–$200) so you buy for what's actually present.
Averages describe states, not your faucet. A certified home water test screens for lead, nitrates, bacteria and dozens of other contaminants — the same categories EPA regulates.
Test your water at homeWe may earn a commission if you request quotes through this link. It costs you nothing and never affects the data we publish.