Water System Report ND

City of Lansford

EPA ID: ND0500549 · 245 people served · 1 ZIP code

Throughout five consecutive years of federal water monitoring, City of Lansford recorded zero violations — solid performance for a utility serving 245 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
245
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00387 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$218K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Lansford Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$70,000
Median Household Income
609
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
89%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Lansford serves a community with a median household income of $70,000 and an estimated 609 residents across its service area. Approximately 89% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

City of Lansford's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Bottineau County, North Dakota rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

62 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
3 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 95% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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City of Grenora
244 people
0 violations
City of Sherwood
242 people
B 0 violations
City of Granville
241 people
C 4 violations
City of Gladstone
239 people
D 2 violations
City of Davenport
252 people
C 3 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

System Overview

City of Lansford (EPA ID: ND0500549) is a community water system in North Dakota that serves approximately 245 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 58750 in Lansford.

Average Home Safety Score: C (66/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
58750 0.00387 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Lansford (ND0500549) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Lansford water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, City of Lansford has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does City of Lansford serve?

City of Lansford serves approximately 245 people across 1 ZIP code in North Dakota.

Where does City of Lansford get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
2
Galvanized — Replacement Required
152
Unknown Material
15
Confirmed Non-Lead

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 245
Reported to North Dakota

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from City of Lansford safe to drink?
City of Lansford has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
City of Lansford meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does City of Lansford serve?
City of Lansford serves approximately 245 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Lansford's water source?
City of Lansford draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Lansford's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00387 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Lansford's service area?
The City of Lansford service area has a median household income of $70,000. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Lansford get its water?
City of Lansford's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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