Water System Report MT

Eureka Town of

EPA ID: MT0000210 ยท 1,995 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Eureka Town of (MT0000210): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Throughout five consecutive years of federal water monitoring, Eureka Town of recorded zero violations - solid performance for a utility serving 1,995 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,995
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$274K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Eureka Town of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$63,138
Median Household Income
6,033
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
35%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Eureka Town of serves a community with a median household income of $63,138 and an estimated 6,033 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Eureka Town of'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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

25 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
43 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 37% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Montana

2 violations
1 violation
City of Townsend
2,000 people
2 violations
1 violation
City of East Helena
2,114 people
3 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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

Eureka Town of (EPA ID: MT0000210) is a community water system in Montana that serves approximately 1,995 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.001 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

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

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by MT or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Eureka Town of (MT0000210) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eureka Town of water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Eureka Town of in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Eureka Town of serve?

Eureka Town of serves approximately 1,995 people across 2 ZIP codes in Montana.

Where does Eureka Town of get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Eureka Town of meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Eureka Town of serve?
Eureka Town of serves approximately 1,995 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Eureka Town of's water source?
Eureka Town of draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Eureka Town of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Eureka Town of's service area?
The Eureka Town of service area has a median household income of $63,138. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Eureka Town of get its water?
Eureka Town of'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Eureka Town of Water Quality Report, MT. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mt0000210/
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