McIntosh County, North Dakota
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 61/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-04
Water systems across McIntosh County's 5 ZIP codes produce average compliance results overall — pockets with documented violations exist, and the variation between areas makes ZIP-level lookup the most useful tool for residents here.
How McIntosh County Compares
How McIntosh County Compares
McIntosh County scores 5 points above the North Dakota state average (56/100) and 7 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: McIntosh County, North Dakota
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.3 (asthma 10.2%, diabetes 14.2%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $610, driven primarily by water_lead
Infrastructure: 0.462% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk
86.6% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
County Health Indicators vs National Average
Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Infrastructure Overview
Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.
Compound Risk Breakdown
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $610
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
1,866 housing units in McIntosh County
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).
Water Safety Affordability
How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in McIntosh County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in McIntosh County, representing a small fraction of property value.
Remediation includes water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood protection where applicable. Source: Census ACS, EPA SDWIS.
Health Outcomes vs National Average
CDC PLACES data for McIntosh County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in McIntosh County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City of Zeeland | 86 | 2 |
| 2 | City of Ashley | 749 | 1 |
| 3 | LEHR CITY OF | 80 | 0 |
| 4 | Southeast Wud (west) | 1,275 | 0 |
| 5 | City of Wishek | 952 | 0 |
All ZIP Codes in McIntosh County
5 ZIP codes tracked in McIntosh County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 58413 | Ashley | 70 | B | 1 | $68K |
| 2 | 58460 | Lehr | 66 | C | 0 | $53K |
| 3 | 58495 | Wishek | 66 | C | 0 | $105K |
| 4 | 58581 | Zeeland | 65 | C | 2 | — |
| 5 | 58440 | Fredonia | 40 | D | 0 | $92K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for McIntosh County
Independent picks. EPA-grounded. Matched here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 86.6% of homes built before 1978
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for McIntosh County, North Dakota
Overview
McIntosh County in North Dakota covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (61/100).
2 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
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Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
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