Water System Report MT

Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc

EPA ID: MT0000392 ยท 204 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc (MT0000392): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc - a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 204 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

204
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.014 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$655K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$75,512
Median Household Income
14,653
Service Area Population
37%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
42%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc serves a community with a median household income of $75,512 and an estimated 14,653 residents across its service area. Approximately 42% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 37% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

28 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
42 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 40% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,000 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc (EPA ID: MT0000392) is a community water system in Montana that serves approximately 204 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 59937 in Whitefish.

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
0.014 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.

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 Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc (MT0000392) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc 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 Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc serve?

Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc serves approximately 204 people across 1 ZIP code in Montana.

Where does Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc serve?
Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc serves approximately 204 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc's water source?
Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.014 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc's service area?
The Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc service area has a median household income of $75,512. EPA EJScreen data classifies 37% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc get its water?
Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Lion Mountain Homeowners Assoc Water Quality Report, MT. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mt0000392/
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