Water System Report ND

City of New Rockford

EPA ID: ND1400732 · 1,391 people served · 1 ZIP code

In the most recent five-year monitoring window, City of New Rockford posted zero EPA violations serving 1,391 residents.

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

1,391
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$113K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$54,537
Median Household Income
1,692
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
80%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of New Rockford serves a community with a median household income of $54,537 and an estimated 1,692 residents across its service area. Approximately 80% 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 New Rockford'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 Eddy 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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1,403 people
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1,365 people
0 violations
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1,346 people
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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 New Rockford (EPA ID: ND1400732) is a community water system in North Dakota that serves approximately 1,391 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 58356 in New Rockford.

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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 New Rockford (ND1400732) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of New Rockford water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of New Rockford serve?

City of New Rockford serves approximately 1,391 people across 1 ZIP code in North Dakota.

Where does City of New Rockford 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:

54
Confirmed Lead
7
Galvanized — Replacement Required
612
Unknown Material
93
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 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,391
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

Should I use a water filter?
City of New Rockford 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 New Rockford serve?
City of New Rockford serves approximately 1,391 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of New Rockford's water source?
City of New Rockford draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of New Rockford's service area?
The City of New Rockford service area has a median household income of $54,537. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of New Rockford get its water?
City of New Rockford'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.
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