Water System Report ND

City of Mott

EPA ID: ND2100704 · 721 people served · 1 ZIP code

Across every monitored period in the past five years, City of Mott reported no EPA violations for its service population of 721.

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

D · 52
Avg Safety Score
721
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$86K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$54,821
Median Household Income
1,107
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
83%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Mott serves a community with a median household income of $54,821 and an estimated 1,107 residents across its service area. Approximately 83% 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 Mott'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 2% of homes in Hettinger 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

60 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
5 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 92% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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City of Harwood
718 people
D 1 violation
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715 people
D 0 violations
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711 people
D 1 violation
City of Hebron
747 people
0 violations
City of Ashley
749 people
B 1 violation

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 Mott (EPA ID: ND2100704) is a community water system in North Dakota that serves approximately 721 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 58646 in Mott.

Average Home Safety Score: D (52/100)

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

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

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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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 Mott (ND2100704) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Mott water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Mott serve?

City of Mott serves approximately 721 people across 1 ZIP code in North Dakota.

Where does City of Mott 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:

6
Confirmed Lead
11
Galvanized — Replacement Required
375
Unknown Material
38
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: 721
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 Mott safe to drink?
City of Mott 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 Mott 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 Mott serve?
City of Mott serves approximately 721 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Mott's water source?
City of Mott draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Mott's service area?
The City of Mott service area has a median household income of $54,821. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Mott get its water?
City of Mott'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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2

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3

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