Water System Report ND

City of Rolette

EPA ID: ND4000833 · 484 people served · 1 ZIP code

Five clean years on EPA record — City of Rolette, 484 residents served.

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

B · 70
Avg Safety Score
484
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00159 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$142K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$89,583
Median Household Income
793
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
90th
Poverty Percentile
100th
Energy Burden Percentile
78%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Rolette serves a community with a median household income of $89,583 and an estimated 793 residents across its service area. Approximately 78% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

City of Rolette'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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Rolette 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

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 69% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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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.

System Overview

City of Rolette (EPA ID: ND4000833) is a community water system in North Dakota that serves approximately 484 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 58366 in Rolette.

Average Home Safety Score: B (70/100)

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
58366 0.00159 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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Rolette (ND4000833) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Rolette water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Rolette serve?

City of Rolette serves approximately 484 people across 1 ZIP code in North Dakota.

Where does City of Rolette 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
202
Unknown Material
22
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: 484
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 Rolette safe to drink?
City of Rolette earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
City of Rolette 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 Rolette serve?
City of Rolette serves approximately 484 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Rolette's water source?
City of Rolette draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Rolette's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00159 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Rolette's service area?
The City of Rolette service area has a median household income of $89,583. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Rolette get its water?
City of Rolette'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.
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