Water Quality in HELENA, MT (59602)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 59602.

634

Total Violations

69

Health-Based

565

Monitoring / Reporting

592

Resolved

What does this mean?

592 of 634 violations have been resolved. 69 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 565 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: 65 Population served: 43,788

Violations Detail (634 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AOct 22, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AOct 22, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AOct 22, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2025ActiveN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ASep 1, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ASep 1, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ASep 1, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(39)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Oct 22Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Oct 22Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Oct 22Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Sep 30Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Sep 30Active

E. COLI

34

Sep 1Resolved

E. COLI

34

Sep 1Resolved

E. COLI

34

Sep 1Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

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

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

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

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

2024(75)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Sep 30Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Sep 30Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Sep 30Resolved

E. COLI

34

Sep 20Resolved

E. COLI

34

Sep 20Resolved

E. COLI

34

Sep 20Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jul 19Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jul 19Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jul 19Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jul 12Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jul 12Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jul 12Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2C

Jun 7Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2C

Jun 7Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2C

Jun 7Resolved

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

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

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

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

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

HELENA (59602) has 634 recorded violations, including 69 health-based. 42 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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