A95/100
BOWMAN CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,470 people · North Dakota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
ND0600119
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: August 5, 2021 – January 5, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About BOWMAN CITY OF
Is BOWMAN CITY OF water safe to drink?
BOWMAN CITY OF water receives a grade of A (95/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BOWMAN CITY OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in BOWMAN CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BOWMAN CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, BOWMAN CITY OF has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR.
How many people does BOWMAN CITY OF serve?
BOWMAN CITY OF serves approximately 1,470 people, North Dakota. The system provides water to 1 community: Bowman.
What type of water does BOWMAN CITY OF provide?
BOWMAN CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is ND0600119.
How does BOWMAN CITY OF compare to other utilities in North Dakota?
BOWMAN CITY OF scores 95/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our North Dakota state page for a full comparison of water systems.