Monitoring Violations ND

City of Tolna

EPA ID: ND3200944 · 166 people served · 2 ZIP codes

City of Tolna carries 4 resolved violations in the five-year EPA record — each has been formally closed, and the supplier, which serves approximately 166 people, now meets all applicable federal drinking water standards with no open enforcement activity remaining.

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

C · 63
Avg Safety Score
166
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00056 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
2
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$90,625
Median Household Income
867
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
65th
Poverty Percentile
95th
Energy Burden Percentile
62%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Tolna serves a community with a median household income of $90,625 and an estimated 867 residents across its service area. Approximately 62% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

City of Tolna's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Nelson 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

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
19 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 72% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Tolna compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 2 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in North Dakota

City of Rutland
163 people
D 0 violations
City of Willow City
163 people
C 0 violations
City of Kensal
163 people
0 violations
City of Rhame
169 people
C 1 violation
City of Streeter
170 people
0 violations

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,000 (one-time) vs. $5,000 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

City of Tolna (EPA ID: ND3200944) is a community water system in North Dakota that serves approximately 166 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (63/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

4 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 2 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
58380 0.00056 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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Tolna (ND3200944) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Tolna water safe to drink?

City of Tolna has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does City of Tolna serve?

City of Tolna serves approximately 166 people across 2 ZIP codes in North Dakota.

Where does City of Tolna get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

0
Confirmed Lead
1
Galvanized — Replacement Required
125
Unknown Material
1
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: 166
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 Tolna safe to drink?
City of Tolna has a C safety grade based on 4 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in City of Tolna's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Revised Total Coliform Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does City of Tolna serve?
City of Tolna serves approximately 166 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Tolna's water source?
City of Tolna draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Tolna's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00056 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Tolna's service area?
The City of Tolna service area has a median household income of $90,625. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Tolna get its water?
City of Tolna's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

City of Tolna (EPA ID: ND3200944) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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