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7,983 people served · 16 water systems
BIGFORK, Montana is a small town with 7,983 residents served by a network of 16 public water systems. Water service covers ZIP code 59911.
BIGFORK's drinking water utilities have maintained full EPA compliance over the most recent five-year reporting window — no health-based MCL exceedances have been recorded.
Last updated: 2026-05-18 · Source: EPA SDWIS
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Centered on ZIP-code centroids of water systems serving this city.
EPA Maximum Contaminant Level exceedances reported by water systems serving BIGFORK. Each entry explains the contaminant, the health risk, and recommended precautions, and links to a full guide.
No health-based violations in the last 5 years.
BIGFORK's water systems have met EPA health-based Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) requirements throughout the EPA reporting window. This does not mean zero detection of regulated contaminants — it means all measured concentrations remained below their federal action levels.
WOOD RIDGE HOA
PWSID: MT0004220
70 served
KOOTENAI WOODS SUBDIVISION
PWSID: MT0004400
53 served
HILLSIDE HOMES
PWSID: MT0000074
35 served
GREEN TREE MEADOWS COUNTY W AND S DIST
PWSID: MT0003194
237 served
ALPINE MOBILE MANOR
PWSID: MT0000100
45 served
MOUNTAIN VIEW TIMBERS HOA
PWSID: MT0004874
36 served
BUFFALO MOUNTAIN SUBDIVISION
PWSID: MT0005038
90 served
BEAR CREEK VILLAGE BIGFORK
PWSID: MT0000126
100 served
WOODS BAY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT
PWSID: MT0004698
685 served
LEDGEWOOD ESTATES
PWSID: MT0004209
35 served
RIVER BLUFF HOA WHITEFISH
PWSID: MT0003652
32 served
MORNING STAR
PWSID: MT0001672
85 served
RIDGEWOOD ESTATES
PWSID: MT0003175
250 served
BIGFORK COUNTY WATER AND SEWER
PWSID: MT0000262
6,100 served
TIMBERS AT WHITEFISH THE
PWSID: MT0004657
40 served
RANCH CO WATER & SEWER DIST THE
PWSID: MT0003076
90 served
This overview reflects EPA SDWIS data published as of 2026-05-18. It covers active Community Water Systems (CWS) that remained within federal Maximum Contaminant Levels during the past five-year EPA reporting window. For up-to-the-minute information, request a current Consumer Confidence Report from your utility, or review the EPA's public dashboard.
This city's water had no EPA health-based violations in the last 5 years.
BIGFORK has 0 EPA health-based water violations in the last 5 years across 16 water systems serving 7,983 people.
Using an NSF-certified water filter is recommended if your area has violations involving lead, arsenic, or PFAS. For other contaminants, consult your local water utility. Check the annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) for detailed guidance.
Request your water utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR), which is required by the EPA. Follow the utility's guidance on boil water advisories. Run cold water for 30 seconds before drinking if you have older plumbing. Use an NSF-certified filter if needed based on your water system's violations.
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