Water Quality Report

Cathay, ND (58422): High Radon Potential Area

EPA data for Central Plains Water District

PFAS Detected High County Radon Potential

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 58422 in Cathay, ND contain zero recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026. This does not establish that every category was monitored or published, and it does not cover events outside that source window.

Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS

Based on EPA Drinking Water FEMA Flood Data U.S. Census CDC Energy Information Admin. USGS Water Data & 9 more federal sources
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Safety Score N/A
Water Quality No violations
Lead Risk Below action level 0.001 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 2024-12-31
NFIP Claim History N/A
Data confidence: High (direct measurement) Medium (sampled / sub-geography) Low (modeled / inferred) Methodology →

At a Glance

  • Water No drinking-water violations in EPA records since 2021.
  • Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.001 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
  • PFAS PFAS detected in UCMR5 sampling; see the PFAS section for each compound, compared with the federal PFAS MCL where one exists.
  • Radon EPA Zone 1 - highest county-level potential. This is not a home measurement; test before any threshold comparison.
Contaminant Summary
PFAS Detected
PFAS detected
Report data assembled: Jul 27, 2026 EPA water-system identity: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record EPA violation history: more than two update cycles old Lead, copper and UCMR measurements: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record
1
Water System
3,504
People Served
0
Health Violations (since 2021)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00102 mg/L
Reported Lead ResultBelow the national median of system results
Zone 1
County Radon Potential · High
$164K
Median Home ValueState median: $161K

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Score Breakdown

Overall Home Safety Score: Score unavailable

Required evidence is missing. Missing values remain unknown and are not imputed or renormalized.

Canonical components

EPA water compliance
100/100
Observed
PFAS MCL screen
Unknown
Evidence missing
EPA radon zone
0/100
Observed
Annual EPA AirData AQI
Unknown
Evidence missing

Required domains

Drinking water
Unknown
Indoor environment
0/100
Outdoor environment
Unknown

Coverage: 2 of 4 components and 1 of 3 domains observed.

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Safety & Health (6) CRITICAL

Your Water System

ZIP code 58422 in Cathay, North Dakota is mapped to the water system Central Plains Water District (EPA ID: ND5201309). This system provides water to approximately 3,504 people from groundwater sources.

Lead & Copper in Your Water

The EPA requires water systems to monitor lead and copper levels under the Lead and Copper Rule.

Metal Measured Level EPA Action Level Status Sample Date or Period
Copper Action-level exceedance on record 1.3 mg/L Exceeds action level Not present in ZipCheckup accepted source data
How to read the copper row. EPA's reporting schema defines the copper CU90 code as an action-level exceedance (a system's 90th-percentile copper above the 1.3 mg/L action level), so this row reflects an exceedance on record, not a routine measurement. No copper concentration is shown because no verified unit is available for this value. A system with no copper record has not been shown to be clean: the absence of a recorded exceedance is not a measurement.

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Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Central Plains Water District (ND5201309) on EPA.gov.

3 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.

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PFAS Contamination Detected

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with ZIP code 58422.

Detected compounds: PFBA.

Highest measured level: 0.0071 µg/L

Reverse osmosis (RO) and activated carbon block filters can reduce PFAS at the tap. Certifications list the compounds covered: an NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 claim for PFOA/PFOS does not cover every PFAS, so check that the product lists the compounds detected here.

📊 EPA UCMR5 · View source →
Environmental Hazards (10) HIGH
Home & Infrastructure (6) HIGH

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Cost & Community (8) HIGH

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Protect Your Home in Cathay

Based on local data for ZIP 58422, these services may benefit homeowners in your area.

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Gutter Installation & Repair

The median home in 58422 was built around 1953. Aging gutters can cause foundation damage, basement flooding, and mold - a professional assessment can prevent costly repairs.

Typical cost: Gutter installation: typically $1,000–$2,500 for a standard home

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Window Replacement

The median build year of homes in Cathay is 1953; check the age and condition of your own windows. ENERGY STAR windows can save $101–$583/year on energy bills.

Typical cost: Window replacement: typically $300–$800 per window installed

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Roofing Inspection & Repair

Homes built around 1953 may be on their second or third roof. A professional inspection can catch damage before leaks start.

Typical cost: Roof inspection: typically $75–$300; repairs $300–$1,500

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 58422 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 0 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 58422 (primary system: Central Plains Water District), including 0 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.

Where does 58422's water come from?

The recorded water source for Central Plains Water District, a system mapped to ZIP code 58422, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 3,504 people.

How can I get my water tested in Cathay?

If Central Plains Water District supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.

Is lead a concern in 58422 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 58422 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.00102 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2024-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.

What is the radon risk for 58422?

58422 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 1 (high county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Wells County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.

Are there PFAS (forever chemicals) in 58422's water?

Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 58422. Reverse osmosis and activated carbon filters certified to NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 specifically for PFOA/PFOS reduction can reduce PFAS.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Cathay, ND (58422): High Radon Potential Area. https://zipcheckup.com/report/58422/
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Page version: October 2026.

Nearby ZIP Code Reports

Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 58422

ZIP Code City, State Distance Grade Violations
58438 Fessenden, ND 11.1 mi N/A 0
58486 Sykeston, ND 13.3 mi N/A 0
58341 Harvey, ND 16.8 mi N/A 0
58418 Bowdon, ND 19.3 mi N/A 0
58374 Sheyenne, ND 20.8 mi N/A 0
58423 Chaseley, ND 23.2 mi N/A 0
58348 Maddock, ND 23.8 mi N/A 0
58356 New Rockford, ND 24.3 mi N/A 0
58357 Oberon, ND 25.3 mi N/A 0
58421 Carrington, ND 26.6 mi N/A 0

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