Water Quality in Butte, MT
91 water systems serving 72,581 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Butte water systems is 1.0 ppb (Very low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 5112 |
| Health-based violations | 401 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Butte
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Butte tap water safe to drink?
Butte tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Butte, Montana?
Butte has 91 public water systems serving approximately 72,581 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 1.0 ppb. There are 5112 total violations on record.
Does Butte have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 1.0 ppb across Butte's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Butte?
91 public water systems are registered in Butte, Montana with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 72,581 people.