North Star Zoot Water
EPA ID: MT0004284 · 4,323 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for North Star Zoot Water (MT0004284): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Water monitoring for North Star Zoot Water: clean, five years, 4,323 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for North Star Zoot Water Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The North Star Zoot Water serves a community with a median household income of $90,535 and an estimated 67,647 residents across its service area.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
North Star Zoot Water'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.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
North Star Zoot Water (EPA ID: MT0004284) is a community water system in Montana that serves approximately 4,323 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.003 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.
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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
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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 North Star Zoot Water (MT0004284) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is North Star Zoot Water water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for North Star Zoot Water 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 North Star Zoot Water serve?
North Star Zoot Water serves approximately 4,323 people across 2 ZIP codes in Montana.
Where does North Star Zoot Water get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). North Star Zoot Water Water Quality Report, MT. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mt0004284/
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