Water System Report ND

City of Beach

EPA ID: ND1700059 · 981 people served · 1 ZIP code

Five clean years on EPA record — City of Beach, 981 residents served.

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

B · 70
Avg Safety Score
981
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00353 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$121K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$75,313
Median Household Income
1,203
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
90%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Beach serves a community with a median household income of $75,313 and an estimated 1,203 residents across its service area. Approximately 90% 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 Beach'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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 4% of homes in Golden Valley 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

57 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
8 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 88% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,800
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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 Beach (EPA ID: ND1700059) is a community water system in North Dakota that serves approximately 981 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 58621 in Beach.

Average Home Safety Score: B (70/100)

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
58621 0.00353 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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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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 Beach (ND1700059) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Beach water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Beach serve?

City of Beach serves approximately 981 people across 1 ZIP code in North Dakota.

Where does City of Beach get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
116

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Lead Service Line Inventory

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

5
Confirmed Lead
1
Galvanized — Replacement Required
279
Unknown Material
427
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: 981
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 Beach safe to drink?
City of Beach earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
City of Beach 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 Beach serve?
City of Beach serves approximately 981 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Beach's water source?
City of Beach draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Beach's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00353 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Beach's service area?
The City of Beach service area has a median household income of $75,313. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Beach get its water?
City of Beach'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.
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