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ETHETE WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 1,950 people · Wyoming

Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
085690002
Violations
247

Contaminant Test Results

2 contaminants above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
Copper (90th percentile)
5.38 mg/L1.30 mg/LOver Limit
Lead (90th percentile)
0.001 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

6

Violations (last 5yr)

1

Unresolved

2

Health-Related

TIER 1 — URGENTResolved

Violation related to Nitrate

When: June 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved

Violation related to Nitrate

When: June 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved

Failed to issue ongoing public notification

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: October 1, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: January 1, 2024 – March 31, 2024Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: January 1, 2024 – March 31, 2024Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring / Reporting Violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: April 1, 2022 – April 11, 2022Rule: Ground Water 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 ETHETE WATER SYSTEM

Is ETHETE WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?

ETHETE WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 247 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has ETHETE WATER SYSTEM detected?

2 contaminants were tested in ETHETE WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does ETHETE WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?

Yes, ETHETE WATER SYSTEM has 247 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include TT, MR, MON. 20 are health-based violations.

How many people does ETHETE WATER SYSTEM serve?

ETHETE WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 1,950 people, Wyoming.

What type of water does ETHETE WATER SYSTEM provide?

ETHETE WATER SYSTEM 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 085690002.

How does ETHETE WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Wyoming?

ETHETE WATER SYSTEM scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Wyoming state page for a full comparison of water systems.