Water System Report MT

Black Eagle Cascade County Water Sewer

EPA ID: MT0000157 · 1,233 people served · 1 ZIP code

Throughout five consecutive years of federal water monitoring, Black Eagle Cascade County Water Sewer recorded zero violations — solid performance for a utility serving 1,233 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

1,233
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$180K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2023) to 1 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Black Eagle Cascade County Water Sewer Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$55,588
Median Household Income
654
Service Area Population
41%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
93%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Black Eagle Cascade County Water Sewer serves a community with a median household income of $55,588 and an estimated 654 residents across its service area. Approximately 93% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 41% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Black Eagle Cascade County Water Sewer's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Cascade County, Montana rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

67 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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1,225 people
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1,300 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,700

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

System Overview

Black Eagle Cascade County Water Sewer (EPA ID: MT0000157) is a community water system in Montana that serves approximately 1,233 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 59414 in Black Eagle.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Black Eagle Cascade County Water Sewer (MT0000157) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Black Eagle Cascade County Water Sewer water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Black Eagle Cascade County Water Sewer has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Black Eagle Cascade County Water Sewer serve?

Black Eagle Cascade County Water Sewer serves approximately 1,233 people across 1 ZIP code in Montana.

Where does Black Eagle Cascade County Water Sewer get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

1
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
2
Unknown Material
483
Confirmed Non-Lead

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,233
Reported to Montana

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Black Eagle Cascade County Water Sewer meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Black Eagle Cascade County Water Sewer serve?
Black Eagle Cascade County Water Sewer serves approximately 1,233 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Black Eagle Cascade County Water Sewer's water source?
Black Eagle Cascade County Water Sewer draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Black Eagle Cascade County Water Sewer's service area?
The Black Eagle Cascade County Water Sewer service area has a median household income of $55,588. EPA EJScreen data classifies 41% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Black Eagle Cascade County Water Sewer get its water?
Black Eagle Cascade County Water Sewer's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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