Sweetgrass Ranch Subdivision
EPA ID: MT0005002 · 65 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Sweetgrass Ranch Subdivision (MT0005002): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. With a five-year violation-free history, Sweetgrass Ranch Subdivision delivers safe water to 65 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Sweetgrass Ranch Subdivision Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Sweetgrass Ranch Subdivision serves a community with a median household income of $73,515 and an estimated 15,745 residents across its service area. Approximately 43% 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.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Sweetgrass Ranch Subdivision'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.
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
Sweetgrass Ranch Subdivision (EPA ID: MT0005002) is a community water system in Montana that serves approximately 65 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 59912 in Columbia Falls.
Violation History
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.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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.
- 59912 - Columbia Falls
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Sweetgrass Ranch Subdivision (MT0005002) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sweetgrass Ranch Subdivision water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Sweetgrass Ranch Subdivision 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 Sweetgrass Ranch Subdivision serve?
Sweetgrass Ranch Subdivision serves approximately 65 people across 1 ZIP code in Montana.
Where does Sweetgrass Ranch Subdivision get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Sweetgrass Ranch Subdivision Water Quality Report, MT. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mt0005002/
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