Baker Water Quality

Montana

Health Violations

The tap water in Baker, Montana is served by 3 EPA-regulated water systems covering approximately 2,055 people. 1 health-based violation are on record, most recently for 8000 in 2018. Data source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System.

3
Water Systems
2,055
Population Served
1
Total Violations
1
Health-Based Violations

Drinking water in Baker, Montana is delivered through 3 EPA-regulated community water systems serving an estimated 2,055 people. Each system is tracked in the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) under the Safe Drinking Water Act, which requires testing for regulated contaminants, consumer notification of violations, and publication of an annual Consumer Confidence Report.

The SDWIS record for Baker shows 1 total violation across all 3 systems, of which 1 is health-based, meaning either a Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) was exceeded or a required treatment technique was not followed. Contaminants cited in health-based violations include 8000. 1 TRI-reporting industrial facility is also located within the city limits.

A past EPA violation does not mean the water is currently unsafe, utilities are required to notify customers and remediate under state primacy oversight. For current water-quality status and treatment practices, review your local utility's most recent Consumer Confidence Report or contact the Montana drinking water program. All records above reflect federal EPA SDWIS data and are not independently verified against state databases.

Community Water Systems

System Name Pop. Served Violations Status
BAKER CITY OF 1,858 1 Health
NORTH BAKER WATER AND OR SEWER DIST 112 0 Clean
FALLON COUNTY WATER DISTRICT 85 0 Clean

Does this city have health-based water violations?

Health-based violations indicate contaminant levels that exceeded EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs). This does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe.

Contaminant Begin Date
8000 2018-08-21

TRI Facilities in Baker

Facility Total Releases
Nalco Company-Baker 484 lbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Baker, Montana water safe to drink?
Baker is served by 3 EPA-regulated water systems covering approximately 2,055 people. 1 health-based violation have been recorded. A past violation does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe, systems are required to notify customers and resolve issues. Contact your local water utility for current status.
How many water violations does Baker have?
Baker water systems have a total of 1 violation on record in the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, of which 1 is health-based (MCL exceedances). The remaining violations are monitoring or reporting violations.
What contaminants were found in Baker water?
Health-based violations for Baker water systems include the following contaminants: 8000. Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS).
How many water systems serve Baker?
3 EPA-regulated community water systems serve Baker, Montana, collectively covering approximately 2,055 people. Data is from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS).
Where does Baker get its drinking water?
Baker's water supply comes from 3 EPA-regulated community water systems. Source type data is not available for all systems. For detailed supply information, contact your local water utility. Source: EPA SDWIS.
Are there pollution sources near Baker?
Yes, 1 EPA Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) facility is registered in Baker, Montana, reporting a combined 484 lbs of toxic chemical releases. TRI data reflects self-reported emissions; it does not measure exposure or health effects. Source: EPA TRI.

About This Data

Water system data comes from the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). Violations are reported by state agencies to EPA and include both health-based (MCL exceedances) and monitoring/reporting violations.

A reported violation does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe to drink. Many violations are resolved quickly, and public water systems are required to notify customers of significant issues. For current water quality, contact your local water utility.

TRI facility data comes from the EPA Toxic Release Inventory. Facilities shown are those that self-report to the TRI program. PlainEnviro presents this data without advocacy framing.

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