C51/100
MONTAGUE, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,264 people · California
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
CA4710007
Violations
10
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
TIER 2Unresolved
Treatment technique violation
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About MONTAGUE, CITY OF
Is MONTAGUE, CITY OF water safe to drink?
MONTAGUE, CITY OF water receives a grade of C (51/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 10 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MONTAGUE, CITY OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in MONTAGUE, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MONTAGUE, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, MONTAGUE, CITY OF has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, MCL. 9 are health-based violations.
How many people does MONTAGUE, CITY OF serve?
MONTAGUE, CITY OF serves approximately 1,264 people, California. The system provides water to 1 community: Montague.
What type of water does MONTAGUE, CITY OF provide?
MONTAGUE, CITY OF sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is CA4710007.
How does MONTAGUE, CITY OF compare to other utilities in California?
MONTAGUE, CITY OF scores 51/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our California state page for a full comparison of water systems.