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8,805 people served · 27 water systems
COLUMBIA FALLS, Montana is a small town with 8,805 residents served by 27 distinct public water systems. Water service covers ZIP codes 59912, 59913.
COLUMBIA FALLS'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 COLUMBIA FALLS. 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.
COLUMBIA FALLS'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.
EAST WOOD VILLAGE TRAILER PARK
PWSID: MT0002814
36 served
PRAIRIE FALCON ACRES
PWSID: MT0004483
41 served
COUNTRY ESTATES MBLE HOME PARK
PWSID: MT0001892
125 served
MEADOW LAKE CO WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT
PWSID: MT0000914
950 served
KOKANEE BEND HOA
PWSID: MT0002997
230 served
HALFMOON MOBILE HOME PARK INC
PWSID: MT0003531
60 served
COLUMBIA RANGE HOA
PWSID: MT0004818
47 served
RIVERSIDE MOBILE HOME PARK
PWSID: MT0000108
100 served
BIG SKY MOBILE MANOR
PWSID: MT0002493
35 served
ELK PARK VILLAGE
PWSID: MT0002856
35 served
GREAT BEAR ESTATES
PWSID: MT0004542
32 served
THE BENCHES
PWSID: MT0005069
123 served
COLUMBIA FALLS CITY OF
PWSID: MT0000181
4,450 served
ALPINE VILLAGE WUA
PWSID: MT0003229
125 served
NORTHERN PINES COMMUNITY HOA
PWSID: MT0004193
295 served
HAPPY VALLEY WATER DIST B KSPL
PWSID: MT0001984
207 served
LION MOUNTAIN HOMEOWNERS ASSOC
PWSID: MT0000392
204 served
MEADOW HILLS WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT
PWSID: MT0002925
130 served
MEADOWLAND HOA
PWSID: MT0001670
150 served
WHITEFISH HILLS VILLAGE
PWSID: MT0004940
50 served
IRON HORSE HOMEOWNERS ASSOC
PWSID: MT0004052
335 served
LAKESHORE HEIGHTS HOA
PWSID: MT0001743
100 served
TIMBER RIDGE HOA
PWSID: MT0004939
30 served
FLATHEAD CO WATER DISTRICT NO 8
PWSID: MT0000261
475 served
STONERIDGE HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION
PWSID: MT0004449
95 served
FLATHEAD COUNTY WATER DIST 101
PWSID: MT0000184
210 served
NORTHWOODS WATER SYSTEM COOP INC
PWSID: MT0001736
135 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.
COLUMBIA FALLS has 0 EPA health-based water violations in the last 5 years across 27 water systems serving 8,805 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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