Water System Report ND

City of Neche

EPA ID: ND3400720 · 371 people served · 2 ZIP codes

In every reporting cycle over the past five years, City of Neche has come through without a single EPA violation — a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 371 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.

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

C · 59
Avg Safety Score
371
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00258 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$160K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$115,695
Median Household Income
698
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
73%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Neche serves a community with a median household income of $115,695 and an estimated 698 residents across its service area. Approximately 73% 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 Neche'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Pembina 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

62 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
3 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 95% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in North Dakota

City of Fairmount
367 people
0 violations
City of Stanton
366 people
C 0 violations
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380 people
C 1 violation
City of Glenburn
380 people
D 2 violations
City of Maddock
382 people
0 violations

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

NECHE CITY OF (EPA ID: ND3400720) is a community water system in North Dakota that serves approximately 371 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (59/100)

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
58265 0.00258 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 Neche (ND3400720) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Neche water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Neche serve?

City of Neche serves approximately 371 people across 2 ZIP codes in North Dakota.

Where does City of Neche 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
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
220
Unknown Material
5
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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: 371
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 Neche safe to drink?
City of Neche 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 Neche 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 Neche serve?
City of Neche serves approximately 371 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Neche's water source?
City of Neche draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Neche's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00258 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Neche's service area?
The City of Neche service area has a median household income of $115,695. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Neche get its water?
City of Neche'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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