Alberton’s 2025 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report Is Now Available
The Town of Alberton is pleased to share that our 2025 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report is now available on the website. This report covers water quality testing conducted from January 1 to December 31, 2025, and is prepared to keep our residents informed about the safety and quality of the water coming out of their taps.
The Bottom Line: Your Water Is Safe
We are happy to report that the Town of Alberton had no violations of any drinking water standards in 2025. All contaminants tested came in well below the maximum levels allowed by the EPA, meaning your drinking water meets all federal and state safety requirements.
Where Does Our Water Come From?
Alberton’s drinking water comes from two ground water sources — Alberton Springs and a backup well (Well 1). Ground water is generally well protected, but like all water sources, it can be susceptible to contamination from naturally occurring minerals, runoff, and other environmental factors. The Town monitors our water regularly to ensure it remains safe.
For a detailed source water assessment, you can visit the Montana DEQ Source Water Protection Viewer — scroll down to “Montana Source Water Protection Viewer” and click the blue box to access source water reports.
What Was Tested & What Was Found
All results were well within safe limits:
- Chlorine — Used to keep your water free of harmful microbes. Levels detected were far below the allowable limit.
- Arsenic — Detected at low levels, well below the EPA limit of 10 parts per billion.
- Nitrates — Detected within a safe range, well below the allowable limit.
- Lead — Zero sites tested above the action level. No cause for concern.
- Copper — Zero sites tested above the action level. No cause for concern.
- Radioactive contaminants — Combined radium and uranium were both detected well below EPA limits, consistent with naturally occurring levels in ground water.
A Note on Lead
While our testing shows no concerns with lead in our water system, it’s worth noting that lead can enter drinking water through older household plumbing and fixtures. If your water has been sitting in the pipes for several hours, the EPA recommends running your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you have concerns about lead in your home plumbing, visit EPA.gov for more information.
Questions?
We encourage residents to read the full report, which is available on our website. If you have questions, please contact the Alberton Town Clerk at (406) 722-3404.
You can also get involved by attending a Town Council Meeting, held the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Alberton Community Center, 701 Railroad Avenue. For questions about contaminants and health effects in general, the EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline is available at (800) 426-4791.