Sandpoint Water Quality Reports
City of Sandpoint, Idaho
The following water quality report for Sandpoint, Idaho, is based on research conducted by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) from 2018 to 2023.
Your water comes from the Little Sand Creek and Lake Pend Oreille. We're required to monitor our city drinking water for specific contaminants regularly. Those results are an indicator that our water meets health standards.
Home Water Testing
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Contaminants Detected
Legal Doesn't Mean Safe
- Meeting legal standards doesn't always equate to safety. A passing grade from federal authorities doesn't necessarily signify that the water aligns with the latest health guidelines.
- It's been nearly two decades since the permissible levels of contaminants detected in tap water were last updated.
- The most reliable method for ensuring clean tap water is by preventing pollution from entering the source water in the first place.
Filters to Reduce Specific Contaminants in City Water
Reduce Contaminants Found in Sandpoint, Idaho's City Water
The city water of Sandpoint, Idaho, tested positive for 3 contaminants. Have questions or concerns? WHS Water has a list of local water experts in your area who can help you understand your specific water chemistry and viable forms of filtration.
Contact Your Local Water Expert
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Establishing Standards that Prioritize Health and Safety
Learn about the research and science behind WHS Health Guidelines as a way to fill in the gaps in outdated government standards. WHS guidelines are created to establish standards that prioritize health and safeguard drinking water.
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