Water System Report MT

Perrys Water Service

EPA ID: MT0004869 · 100 people served · 1 ZIP code

Federal monitoring records confirm Perrys Water Service has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window — covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 100 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

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

100
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$201K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Perrys Water Service Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$74,107
Median Household Income
2,281
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
88%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Perrys Water Service serves a community with a median household income of $74,107 and an estimated 2,281 residents across its service area. Approximately 88% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

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.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Perrys Water Service'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
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 3% of homes in Blaine County, Montana rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

75 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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C 10 violations
Springwater Colony
100 people
0 violations
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B 9 violations
C 6 violations

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.

System Overview

Perrys Water Service (EPA ID: MT0004869) is a community water system in Montana that serves approximately 100 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 59523 in Chinook.

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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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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 Perrys Water Service (MT0004869) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Perrys Water Service water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Perrys Water Service has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Perrys Water Service serve?

Perrys Water Service serves approximately 100 people across 1 ZIP code in Montana.

Where does Perrys Water Service 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:

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

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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 2015-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 100
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?
Perrys Water Service meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Perrys Water Service serve?
Perrys Water Service serves approximately 100 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Perrys Water Service's water source?
Perrys Water Service draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Perrys Water Service's service area?
The Perrys Water Service service area has a median household income of $74,107. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Perrys Water Service get its water?
Perrys Water Service'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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