CITY REPORT MT HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 3

Fort Benton, MT - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
Zone 1
County Radon Potential (High)
$210K
Median Home Value
$600
Est. Remediation (0.3% of home value)

What You Should Know About Fort Benton Water

  • Your city's water systems recorded 32 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.002 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 80% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 14.24.

Who Supplies Your Water in Fort Benton

Sorted by reported population served, the top 2 of 2 public water systems mapped to Fort Benton, MT appear below, each with its own federal compliance record.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Fort Benton, Montana, covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 1,777 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 3 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Water Sources

Fort Benton water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0020 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 1.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 8 1
Nitrate-Nitrite Inorganic 4 1
Consumer Confidence Rule Reporting 4 1
Arsenic Inorganic 2 1
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene Organic 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
59442 — 32 3 Tiber County Water District

All ZIP Codes in Fort Benton

  • 59442 - 32 violations ⚠

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Health Outcomes in Fort Benton

11.8%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
12.2%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
17.8%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 11.8% ↑
Diabetes 12.2% ↑
Mental Health 17.8% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

Top Contaminants in Fort Benton Water

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 8 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.06 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL
Nitrate-Nitrite 4 violations
Inorganic · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 10 mg/L
Consumer Confidence Rule 4 violations
Reporting

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

Housing & Infrastructure in Fort Benton

1951
Median Build Year
80%
Built Before 1986
60%
Built Before 1970
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 80% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

Pre-1986 homes make up a large part of Fort Benton's housing; median build year 1951.

1951
Median Year Built
80%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
60%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (60%) 1970–1986 (20%) Post-1986 (20%)

Over half of homes in Fort Benton were built before 1986, when federal law began restricting lead solder in drinking-water plumbing. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Fort Benton Homeowners

Relative to home values, Fort Benton remediation estimates run low.

Median Home Value
$209,600
Est. Remediation
$600
Remediation as % of home value 0.3%

Estimated remediation costs in Fort Benton can be compared with local home values. The $300–$1,500 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 29% below the Montana average.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Fort Benton

80%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.002
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Fort Benton, MT

Frequently Asked Questions

How many violations are on record for water systems serving Fort Benton?
EPA records list 32 EPA violations, including 3 health-based violations for Fort Benton water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Fort Benton water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Fort Benton is 0.002 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How many water systems serve Fort Benton?
Our records map 2 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Fort Benton. The related population figure in our data is approximately 1,777 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Fort Benton?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Fort Benton: $600; modeled range $300 to $1,500. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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