Is Bozeman, MT Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Bozeman, MT tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Contaminants including lithium have been detected at or below guideline thresholds.
Where Does Bozeman Get Its Water?
Water in Bozeman, MT is provided by 2 public water systems: BOZEMAN CITY OF and MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY BOZEMAN.
How Is Bozeman Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine. Treatment includes membrane filtration.
What's in Bozeman Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Bozeman public water systems. All detected levels fall at or below EPA health guidelines in this dataset.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.007 µg/L | 1 ZIP | Within guideline |
| 8:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFBA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| HFPO-DA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Bozeman
Current EPA monitoring data for Bozeman shows contaminant levels within guideline thresholds across all ZIP codes in this dataset. As with all public water systems, sensitive populations may choose to use a certified filter for additional peace of mind.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bozeman Tap Water
Is Bozeman tap water safe to drink?
Bozeman tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Sensitive populations may still choose to use a certified filter as a precaution.
What contaminants are in Bozeman tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Bozeman water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, 8:2 FTS. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Bozeman get its drinking water?
Bozeman receives water from 2 public water systems, including BOZEMAN CITY OF.
Do I need a water filter in Bozeman?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Bozeman. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is Bozeman tap water tested?
Public water systems in Bozeman are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2025-05-12.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Bozeman
- 59715 - Bozeman CCD, Bozeman tap water report Some concern
- 59717 - Bozeman tap water report Some concern
- 59719 - Bozeman tap water report No recent data
- 59771 - Bozeman tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving Bozeman, MT
Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.
- BOZEMAN CITY OFSome concern
- VALLEY GROVE SUBDIVISIONSome concern
- MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY BOZEMANLooks OK
- East Gallatin River Well EGZ-004 (WQP)No recent federal sampling
- NORTH STAR ZOOT WATERNo recent federal sampling
Also covers / overlaps with
- Belgrade CCD, MT · Township
- Bozeman CCD, MT · Township
- Bridger, MT · CDP
- Livingston CCD, MT · Township