Water Quality in Bonners Ferry, ID (83805)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 83805.
Active Health Violations
51 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 96% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
9,174
Population
28
Water Systems
94
Violations (5yr)
51
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (28)
Bonners Ferry City Of
Three Mile Water Dist
Cabinet Mountains Water Dist
Bee Line Water Assn Inc
All resolvedVerna L Studer
Mission Creek Water Assn
48 health-basedParadise Valley Water Assn
Twenty Mile Creek Water Assn
1 health-basedSkin Creek Water Assn
Elk Mountain Farms Backwoods
Trow Creek Water Assn
1 health-basedHall Mountain Water Assn
Moravia Water Assn
1 health-basedHighland Flats Water Assn
Cow Creek Water Assn
Elk Mountain Farms Tavern Farm
Golden Dragon Restaurant
Deer Park Water Assn
Usfw Kootenai National Wildlife Ref
Boundary County Snow Mobile Park
Idyle Acres Campground
Boundary Home School
North Water And Sewer Dist
South Hill Water And Sewer Dist
Wild Horse Mercantile
Good Grief Grill & Grocery
All resolvedBoulder Creek Academy
All resolvedUsfs Robinson Lake Campground
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Bonners Ferry (83805) has more violations than 96% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 94.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.