F0/100
BLACKFOOT CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 11,922 people · Idaho
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
ID6060007
Violations
51
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 2, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Maximum Contaminant Level Violation
When: November 1, 2022 – November 30, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Maximum Contaminant Level Violation
When: October 1, 2021 – October 31, 2021Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 BLACKFOOT CITY OF
Is BLACKFOOT CITY OF water safe to drink?
BLACKFOOT CITY OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 51 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BLACKFOOT CITY OF detected?
63 contaminants were tested in BLACKFOOT CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BLACKFOOT CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, BLACKFOOT CITY OF has 51 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include RPT, MCL, MR. 23 are health-based violations.
How many people does BLACKFOOT CITY OF serve?
BLACKFOOT CITY OF serves approximately 11,922 people, Idaho.
What type of water does BLACKFOOT CITY OF provide?
BLACKFOOT CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is ID6060007.
How does BLACKFOOT CITY OF compare to other utilities in Idaho?
BLACKFOOT CITY OF scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Idaho state page for a full comparison of water systems.