Water Quality in SIDNEY, MT (59270)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 59270.

223

Total Violations

35

Health-Based

188

Monitoring / Reporting

219

Resolved

What does this mean?

219 of 223 violations have been resolved. 35 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 188 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.

Water systems: 28 Population served: 8,108

Violations Detail (223 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.115Sep 30, 2025ActiveN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.115Sep 30, 2025ActiveN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.115Sep 30, 2025ActiveN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.108Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.108Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.108Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.137Mar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(18)

TTHM

02

Sep 30Active

TTHM

02

Sep 30Active

TTHM

02

Sep 30Active

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

2024(66)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Active

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Resolved

E. COLI

34

Dec 18Resolved

E. COLI

34

Dec 18Resolved

E. COLI

34

Dec 18Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 26Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 26Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 26Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

May 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Feb 29Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Feb 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jan 12Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jan 12Resolved

How Does This Compare?

SIDNEY (59270) has 223 recorded violations, including 35 health-based. 4 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.

Reverse Osmosis System

Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.

Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified

UV Water Purifier

Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.

Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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