Water Quality in GILLETTE, WY (82717)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 82717.
24
Total Violations
4
Health-Based
20
Monitoring / Reporting
24
Resolved
What does this mean?
24 of 24 violations have been resolved. 4 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 20 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 (24 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2024 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 28, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 28, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jul 6, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jul 6, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(1)
Chlorine
27
2023(11)
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
How Does This Compare?
GILLETTE (82717) has 24 recorded violations, including 4 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.
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.