Water System Report ND

City of Golden Valley

EPA ID: ND2900402 · 182 people served · 1 ZIP code

Across every monitored period in the past five years, City of Golden Valley reported no EPA violations for its service population of 182.

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

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
182
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00079 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$232K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$112,188
Median Household Income
517
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
56%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Golden Valley serves a community with a median household income of $112,188 and an estimated 517 residents across its service area. Approximately 56% 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 Golden Valley'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
100th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Mercer 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 100th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

55 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 79% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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City of Edmore
182 people
D 0 violations
City of Binford
183 people
D 2 violations
0 violations
City of Buffalo
188 people
D 2 violations
City of Halliday
188 people
C 0 violations

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 Golden Valley (EPA ID: ND2900402) is a community water system in North Dakota that serves approximately 182 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 58541 in Golden Valley.

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
58541 0.00079 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

  • 58541 — Golden Valley

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Golden Valley (ND2900402) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Golden Valley water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Golden Valley serve?

City of Golden Valley serves approximately 182 people across 1 ZIP code in North Dakota.

Where does City of Golden Valley 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
2
Galvanized — Replacement Required
65
Unknown Material
92
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: 182
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 Golden Valley safe to drink?
City of Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley serve?
City of Golden Valley serves approximately 182 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Golden Valley's water source?
City of Golden Valley draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Golden Valley's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00079 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Golden Valley's service area?
The City of Golden Valley service area has a median household income of $112,188. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Golden Valley get its water?
City of Golden Valley'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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