Water System Report WY

City of Sundance

EPA ID: WY5600055 · 1,279 people served · 1 ZIP code

City of Sundance carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 1,279 residents.

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

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
1,279
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.002 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$283K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$75,357
Median Household Income
2,357
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
55%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Sundance serves a community with a median household income of $75,357 and an estimated 2,357 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% 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

City of Sundance'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Crook County, Wyoming rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 57% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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 Sundance, (EPA ID: WY5600055) is a community water system in Wyoming that serves approximately 1,279 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 82729 in Sundance.

Average Home Safety Score: C (66/100)

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
82729 0.002 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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Sundance (WY5600055) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Sundance water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Sundance serve?

City of Sundance serves approximately 1,279 people across 1 ZIP code in Wyoming.

Where does City of Sundance 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
18
Galvanized — Replacement Required
446
Unknown Material
278
Confirmed Non-Lead

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: 1,279
Reported to Wyoming

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 Sundance safe to drink?
City of Sundance has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
City of Sundance 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 Sundance serve?
City of Sundance serves approximately 1,279 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Sundance's water source?
City of Sundance draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Sundance's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.002 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Sundance's service area?
The City of Sundance service area has a median household income of $75,357. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Sundance get its water?
City of Sundance'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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