F0/100
TOWNSEND CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,000 people · Montana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MT0000344
Violations
113
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)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: June 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to conduct Level 1 Assessment
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 13, 2021 – August 9, 2023Rule: Consumer Confidence 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 TOWNSEND CITY OF
Is TOWNSEND CITY OF water safe to drink?
TOWNSEND CITY OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 113 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has TOWNSEND CITY OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in TOWNSEND CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TOWNSEND CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, TOWNSEND CITY OF has 113 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MON, MR, Other.
How many people does TOWNSEND CITY OF serve?
TOWNSEND CITY OF serves approximately 2,000 people, Montana. The system provides water to 1 community: Townsend.
What type of water does TOWNSEND CITY OF provide?
TOWNSEND CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MT0000344.
How does TOWNSEND CITY OF compare to other utilities in Montana?
TOWNSEND CITY OF scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Montana state page for a full comparison of water systems.