Water System Report ND

City of Killdeer

EPA ID: ND1300520 · 939 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Water monitoring for City of Killdeer: clean, five years, 939 residents.

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

D · 53
Avg Safety Score
939
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00119 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$242K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$99,252
Median Household Income
2,684
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
47th
Poverty Percentile
53th
Energy Burden Percentile
41%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Killdeer serves a community with a median household income of $99,252 and an estimated 2,684 residents across its service area. Approximately 41% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Killdeer's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
87th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in McKenzie 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 87th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 63% of expected lifespan used End of life

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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

KILLDEER CITY OF (EPA ID: ND1300520) is a community water system in North Dakota that serves approximately 939 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (53/100)

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
58640 0.00119 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 Killdeer (ND1300520) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Killdeer water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Killdeer serve?

City of Killdeer serves approximately 939 people across 3 ZIP codes in North Dakota.

Where does City of Killdeer get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
0
Unknown Material
594
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: 939
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 Killdeer safe to drink?
City of Killdeer has a D 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 Killdeer 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 Killdeer serve?
City of Killdeer serves approximately 939 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is City of Killdeer's water source?
City of Killdeer draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Killdeer's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00119 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Killdeer's service area?
The City of Killdeer service area has a median household income of $99,252. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Killdeer get its water?
City of Killdeer's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

1

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3

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