Water Quality in SARATOGA, WY (82331)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 82331.
29
Total Violations
8
Health-Based
21
Monitoring / Reporting
29
Resolved
What does this mean?
29 of 29 violations have been resolved. 8 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 21 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 (29 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate-Nitrite | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Nitrate-Nitrite | Health-Based | N/A | 11 | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Nitrate-Nitrite | Health-Based | N/A | 11 | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Nitrate-Nitrite | Health-Based | N/A | 11 | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Nitrate-Nitrite | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Nitrate-Nitrite | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2023(10)
Nitrate-Nitrite
03
Nitrate-Nitrite
02
Nitrate-Nitrite
02
Nitrate-Nitrite
02
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Nitrate-Nitrite
03
Nitrate-Nitrite
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
2022(17)
Nitrate-Nitrite
03
Nitrate-Nitrite
03
Nitrate-Nitrite
03
Nitrate-Nitrite
03
Nitrate-Nitrite
03
Nitrate-Nitrite
03
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Nitrate-Nitrite
03
Nitrate-Nitrite
03
Nitrate-Nitrite
03
Nitrate-Nitrite
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
How Does This Compare?
SARATOGA (82331) has 29 recorded violations, including 8 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. 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.