Current Noncompliance MT

Cherry Creek Estates Llc

EPA ID: MT0004392 ยท 600 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Cherry Creek Estates Llc (MT0004392): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Pulled from the federal compliance ledger, 1 violation at Cherry Creek Estates Llc remain without resolution - the utility delivers drinking water to roughly 600 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

600
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
8
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
3
Contaminants Flagged
$315K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Cherry Creek Estates Llc Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$74,572
Median Household Income
34,363
Service Area Population
19%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
45%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Cherry Creek Estates Llc serves a community with a median household income of $74,572 and an estimated 34,363 residents across its service area. Approximately 45% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Cherry Creek Estates Llc'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

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 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

46 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
24 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 66% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Cherry Creek Estates Llc compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 3 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 3 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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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 $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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,000 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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

Cherry Creek Estates Llc (EPA ID: MT0004392) is a community water system in Montana that serves approximately 600 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 59105 in Billings.

Violation History

1 current noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 7 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
October 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 3 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 3 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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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 Cherry Creek Estates Llc (MT0004392) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cherry Creek Estates Llc water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Cherry Creek Estates Llc serve?

Cherry Creek Estates Llc serves approximately 600 people across 1 ZIP code in Montana.

Where does Cherry Creek Estates Llc get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Cherry Creek Estates Llc's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 3 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Cherry Creek Estates Llc serve?
Cherry Creek Estates Llc serves approximately 600 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Cherry Creek Estates Llc's water source?
Cherry Creek Estates Llc draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Cherry Creek Estates Llc's service area?
The Cherry Creek Estates Llc service area has a median household income of $74,572. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Cherry Creek Estates Llc get its water?
Cherry Creek Estates Llc'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Cherry Creek Estates Llc (MT): 8 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mt0004392/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

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