Western Area Water Supply Authority
EPA ID: ND5301686 · 0 people served · 3 ZIP codes
Five clean years on EPA record — Western Area Water Supply Authority, 0 residents served.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Western Area Water Supply Authority Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Western Area Water Supply Authority serves a community with a median household income of $90,119 and an estimated 33,969 residents across its service area. Approximately 41% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Western Area Water Supply Authority'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 Williams 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 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections recorded.
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
Western Area Water Supply Authority (EPA ID: ND5301686) is a community water system in North Dakota that serves approximately 0 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 1 community.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
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
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Western Area Water Supply Authority (ND5301686) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Western Area Water Supply Authority water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Western Area Water Supply Authority has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Western Area Water Supply Authority serve?
Western Area Water Supply Authority serves approximately 0 people across 3 ZIP codes in North Dakota.
Where does Western Area Water Supply Authority get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.