Water System Report ND

Missouri West Water System

EPA ID: ND3001431 ยท 4,303 people served ยท 8 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Missouri West Water System (ND3001431): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Over five tracked years, Missouri West Water System has stayed completely violation-free for its 4,303 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

4,303
People Served
8
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$129K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Missouri West Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$76,250
Median Household Income
34,400
Service Area Population
13%
Disadvantaged Population
46th
Poverty Percentile
39th
Energy Burden Percentile
75%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Missouri West Water System serves a community with a median household income of $76,250 and an estimated 34,400 residents across its service area. Approximately 75% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Missouri West Water System'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
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

61 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

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $750
Total Estimated Cost $1,950

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

Missouri West Water System (EPA ID: ND3001431) is a community water system in North Dakota that serves approximately 4,303 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 8 ZIP codes across 8 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by ND or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Missouri West Water System (ND3001431) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Missouri West Water System water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Missouri West Water System in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Missouri West Water System serve?

Missouri West Water System serves approximately 4,303 people across 8 ZIP codes in North Dakota.

Where does Missouri West Water System 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
232

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) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Missouri West Water System meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Missouri West Water System serve?
Missouri West Water System serves approximately 4,303 people with drinking water across 8 ZIP codes.
What is Missouri West Water System's water source?
Missouri West Water System draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Missouri West Water System's service area?
The Missouri West Water System service area has a median household income of $76,250. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Missouri West Water System get its water?
Missouri West Water System'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Missouri West Water System Water Quality Report, ND. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nd3001431/
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