Illegal cross-connection prompts boil water order in Riverton

RIVERTON, Utah (KUTV) — A boil water order went into effect from 3200 West to Riverton’s eastern border after city workers found an illegal cross-connection between a property owner’s culinary water system and a secondary irrigation water line.

Officials said the illegal connection allowed secondary irrigation water to mix with the city’s culinary water system.

The city said it has not received confirmation that the water was contaminated with E. coli.

Here’s what the city said is being done:

• The city tested the drinking water system for bacterial contamination on May 19, 2026.
• Officials said they will increase bacterial sampling in the area to monitor the water system.
• The cross-connection was found and disconnected.

“Bring all water to a boil, let it boil for one minute, and let it cool before using, or use bottled water. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and food preparation until further notice. Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water,” officials said.

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