R & T Water System
EPA ID: ND5301152 · 1,003 people served · 21 ZIP codes
Per EPA records, R & T Water System: 2 unresolved violations, 1,003 people in service area.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Compliance Trajectory
Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months
Violations went from 1 (2021) to 3 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for R & T Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade C
Service Area Demographics
The R & T Water System serves a community with a median household income of $86,667 and an estimated 52,888 residents across its service area. Approximately 65% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
R & T Water System's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.
About 0% of homes in Ward 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
Detected Contaminants
How R & T Water System compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Contaminant 1006 at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.006 mg/L. Cholesterol & blood sugar effects, liver damage. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.
Stage 1 DBP Rule at 8 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Revised Total Coliform Rule at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 10 detections recorded.
Contaminant 1006 was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.
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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
R & T WATER SYSTEM (EPA ID: ND5301152) is a community water system in North Dakota that serves approximately 1,003 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 21 ZIP codes across 21 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
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 12, 2025 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| November 1, 2024 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| October 1, 2024 | Contaminant 1006 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Health-based | Resolved |
| March 12, 2024 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Health-based | Resolved |
| November 28, 2023 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| October 29, 2023 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| October 18, 2023 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Contaminant 1006 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| May 1, 2023 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| April 1, 2023 | Contaminant 1006 | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 1006 | Monitoring | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 8 | Yes |
| Contaminant 1006 | Other Violation | 6 | No |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting Failure | 2 | No |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Failure | 1 | No |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 58727 | 0.0068 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 58737 | 0.00451 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 58784 | 0.00267 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 58773 | 0.00245 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 58771 | 0.00229 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 58752 | 0.00216 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 58746 | 0.00214 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 58849 | 0.00167 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 58730 | 0.00157 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 58718 | 0.00125 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 58795 | 0.001 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 58721 | 0.00081 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 58776 | 0.00058 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
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.
- 58718 — Berthold
- 58721 — Bowbells
- 58727 — Columbus
- 58730 — Crosby
- 58734 — Donnybrook
- 58737 — Flaxton
- 58746 — Kenmare
- 58752 — Lignite
- 58763 — New Town
- 58769 — Palermo
- 58771 — Plaza
- 58773 — Powers Lake
- 58776 — Ross
- 58784 — Stanley
- 58794 — White Earth
- 58795 — Wildrose
- 58801 — Williston
- 58830 — Alamo
- 58843 — Epping
- 58849 — Ray
- 58852 — Tioga
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for R & T Water System (ND5301152) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is R & T Water System water safe to drink?
R & T Water System has recorded 3 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.
How many people does R & T Water System serve?
R & T Water System serves approximately 1,003 people across 21 ZIP codes in North Dakota.
Where does R & T Water System get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Lead Service Line Inventory
Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What You Can Do
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