Water System Report ND

City of Riverdale

EPA ID: ND2800825 · 205 people served · 1 ZIP code

In the most recent five-year monitoring window, City of Riverdale posted zero EPA violations serving 205 residents.

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

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
205
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00132 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$221K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$96,667
Median Household Income
187
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
72%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Riverdale serves a community with a median household income of $96,667 and an estimated 187 residents across its service area. Approximately 72% 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 Riverdale'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in McLean 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

73 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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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

City of Riverdale (EPA ID: ND2800825) is a community water system in North Dakota that serves approximately 205 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 58565 in Riverdale.

Average Home Safety Score: C (66/100)

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
58565 0.00132 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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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 Riverdale (ND2800825) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Riverdale water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Riverdale serve?

City of Riverdale serves approximately 205 people across 1 ZIP code in North Dakota.

Where does City of Riverdale 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:

1
Confirmed Lead
10
Galvanized — Replacement Required
160
Unknown Material
56
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 205
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 Riverdale safe to drink?
City of Riverdale 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 Riverdale 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 Riverdale serve?
City of Riverdale serves approximately 205 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Riverdale's water source?
City of Riverdale draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Riverdale's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00132 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Riverdale's service area?
The City of Riverdale service area has a median household income of $96,667. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Riverdale get its water?
City of Riverdale'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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