Benewah County Water Quality

Benewah County, Idaho has a water quality grade of F with a score of 27.4/100, based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System data. The county has 5 health-based drinking water violations on record.

Benewah County has 5 health-based drinking water violations recorded by the EPA. Health-based violations indicate instances where contaminant levels exceeded EPA Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs). Violations may have been resolved — check with your local water utility for current status.

Benewah County's water quality score of 27.4/100 is lower than the Idaho state average of 32.6. The average water quality grade across Idaho is F, based on data from 44 counties with available water quality data.

Based on EPA data, Benewah County has a water quality grade of F (27.4/100). This indicates below-average water quality with significant compliance issues. Residents may want to consider home water filtration. For the most up-to-date information, contact your local water utility or review your Consumer Confidence Report (CCR).

Benewah County has 5 health-based drinking water violations according to EPA records. With a water quality score of 27.4/100 and grade F, the county's drinking water has had some compliance issues but continues to be monitored. For the most current safety information, check with your local water utility.

Benewah County ranks #21 out of 44 counties in Idaho by water quality score (1 = best). With a score of 27.4/100, it falls in the middle third of counties statewide. Rankings are based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) data including health-based violations and compliance records.