Water System Report ND

City of Argusville

EPA ID: ND0900030 · 475 people served · 1 ZIP code

Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, City of Argusville kept a clean EPA record — five years, no issues, 475 people served.

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

C · 60
Avg Safety Score
475
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00065 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$366K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$143,906
Median Household Income
779
Service Area Population
12%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
55%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Argusville serves a community with a median household income of $143,906 and an estimated 779 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% 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 Argusville'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
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Cass County, North Dakota rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 77% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in North Dakota

City of Fessenden
479 people
0 violations
City of Towner
479 people
C 5 violations
City of Rolette
484 people
B 0 violations
City of Berthold
454 people
D 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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 Argusville (EPA ID: ND0900030) is a community water system in North Dakota that serves approximately 475 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 58005 in Argusville.

Average Home Safety Score: C (60/100)

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
58005 0.00065 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 Argusville (ND0900030) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Argusville water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Argusville serve?

City of Argusville serves approximately 475 people across 1 ZIP code in North Dakota.

Where does City of Argusville 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
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
10
Unknown Material
145
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 475
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 Argusville safe to drink?
City of Argusville 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 Argusville 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 Argusville serve?
City of Argusville serves approximately 475 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Argusville's water source?
City of Argusville draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Argusville's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00065 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Argusville's service area?
The City of Argusville service area has a median household income of $143,906. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Argusville get its water?
City of Argusville'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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