Water Quality in FRENCHTOWN, MT (59834)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 59834.
52
Total Violations
15
Health-Based
37
Monitoring / Reporting
36
Resolved
What does this mean?
36 of 52 violations have been resolved. 15 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 37 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.
Violations Detail (52 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 29, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 29, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 29, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 29, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 29, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 29, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Aug 12, 2025 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Aug 12, 2025 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 1, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 1, 2025 | Active | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(21)
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Groundwater Rule
20
Groundwater Rule
20
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
20
Groundwater Rule
20
Groundwater Rule
20
2024(4)
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
How Does This Compare?
FRENCHTOWN (59834) has 52 recorded violations, including 15 health-based. 16 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
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.