Monitoring Violations ND

Southeast Wud (central-lisbon)

EPA ID: ND3701448 · 1,675 people served · 14 ZIP codes

Looking at the EPA enforcement file for Southeast Wud (central-lisbon), 1 violation are listed as unresolved — those findings cover the utility's service area of approximately 1,675 people and remain open in the federal compliance system, awaiting formal corrective action documentation.

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

C · 57
Avg Safety Score
1,675
People Served
14
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00366 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
2
Contaminants Flagged
$151K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Southeast Wud (central-lisbon) Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$73,626
Median Household Income
13,427
Service Area Population
1%
Disadvantaged Population
43th
Poverty Percentile
71th
Energy Burden Percentile
71%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Southeast Wud (central-lisbon) serves a community with a median household income of $73,626 and an estimated 13,427 residents across its service area. Approximately 71% 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

Southeast Wud (central-lisbon)'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
71th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Sargent 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 71th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

62 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
10 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 86% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Southeast Wud (central-lisbon) compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

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0 violations
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City of Horace
1,641 people
D 3 violations
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1,603 people
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1,783 people
D 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,062
Radon Mitigation $1,015
Water Filtration $46
Total Estimated Cost $2,123

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 $2,123 (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

Southeast Wud (central-lisbon) (EPA ID: ND3701448) is a community water system in North Dakota that serves approximately 1,675 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 14 ZIP codes across 14 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (57/100)

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

Violation History

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

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
August 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 2, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 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
58474 0.00366 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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$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 Southeast Wud (central-lisbon) (ND3701448) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Southeast Wud (central-lisbon) water safe to drink?

Southeast Wud (central-lisbon) has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Southeast Wud (central-lisbon) serve?

Southeast Wud (central-lisbon) serves approximately 1,675 people across 14 ZIP codes in North Dakota.

Where does Southeast Wud (central-lisbon) 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
98
Unknown Material
851
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,675
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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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

Is water from Southeast Wud (central-lisbon) safe to drink?
Southeast Wud (central-lisbon) has a C safety grade based on 1 recorded violation. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Southeast Wud (central-lisbon)'s water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 2 DBP Rule, Consumer Confidence Report 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 Southeast Wud (central-lisbon) serve?
Southeast Wud (central-lisbon) serves approximately 1,675 people with drinking water across 14 ZIP codes.
What is Southeast Wud (central-lisbon)'s water source?
Southeast Wud (central-lisbon) draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Southeast Wud (central-lisbon)'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00366 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Southeast Wud (central-lisbon)'s service area?
The Southeast Wud (central-lisbon) service area has a median household income of $73,626. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Southeast Wud (central-lisbon) get its water?
Southeast Wud (central-lisbon)'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

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

Southeast Wud (central-lisbon) (EPA ID: ND3701448) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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