Colstrip
Is Colstrip tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Colstrip scores 39/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 0 local systems in Colstrip. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
Live: 05:30 PM☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Colstrip.
Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Colstrip?
Expert Advice
Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.
Buying a Filter?
Wondering if Colstrip tap water needs filtering? We break it down.
Baby Formula Safety
Mixing baby formula with Colstrip tap water? Read this first.
Homebuyer's Perspective
If you're house-hunting in Colstrip, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. With a score of 39/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.
Health & Family Safety
Current records show no major contaminant spikes, making Colstrip a preferred choice for health-conscious families.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Colstrip
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Colstrip.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Colstrip tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Colstrip scores 39/100.
How many water systems serve Colstrip?
Colstrip is served by 0 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Colstrip?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Colstrip.
What is the water quality score for Colstrip?
The water quality score for Colstrip is 39 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.
What are the top contaminants in Colstrip?
Current contaminant data for Colstrip is being updated. Check back soon or search your specific address for the latest results.
Colstrip Water Quality Summary
Colstrip, MT receives a water quality score of 39/100 (Grade F) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.
Colstrip's water quality score is below the national average, indicating a history of EPA violations or elevated contaminant levels. Residents are encouraged to check their specific water system report and consider additional filtration.
Colstrip's score of 39 is 47 points below the Montana state average of 86, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Montana water quality rankings report →
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