Central Plains Water District
EPA ID: ND5201309 · 3,504 people served · 19 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Central Plains Water District (ND5201309): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. EPA data: Central Plains Water District - zero violations, five years, 3,504 served.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Central Plains Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Central Plains Water District serves a community with a median household income of $66,172 and an estimated 17,918 residents across its service area. Approximately 80% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Central Plains Water District'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.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in North Dakota
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Central Plains Water District (EPA ID: ND5201309) is a community water system in North Dakota that serves approximately 3,504 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 19 ZIP codes across 19 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.00102 mg/L | No | N/A |
The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.
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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
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.
- 58332 - Esmond
- 58335 - Fort Totten
- 58341 - Harvey
- 58346 - Leeds
- 58348 - Maddock
- 58351 - Minnewaukan
- 58356 - New Rockford
- 58357 - Oberon
- 58368 - Rugby
- 58370 - Saint Michael
- 58374 - Sheyenne
- 58381 - Warwick
- 58386 - York
- 58418 - Bowdon
- 58421 - Carrington
- 58422 - Cathay
- 58438 - Fessenden
- 58451 - Hurdsfield
- 58486 - Sykeston
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Central Plains Water District (ND5201309) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Central Plains Water District water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Central Plains Water District 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 Central Plains Water District serve?
Central Plains Water District serves approximately 3,504 people across 19 ZIP codes in North Dakota.
Where does Central Plains Water District get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected
This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.
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) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →
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
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Central Plains Water District Water Quality Report, ND. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nd5201309/
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