B76/100
ELLENDALE CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,394 people · North Dakota
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
ND1100306
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.89 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 ELLENDALE CITY OF
Is ELLENDALE CITY OF water safe to drink?
ELLENDALE CITY OF water receives a grade of B (76/100), which is considered good. Out of 2 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ELLENDALE CITY OF detected?
2 contaminants were tested in ELLENDALE CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ELLENDALE CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, ELLENDALE CITY OF has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MCL, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does ELLENDALE CITY OF serve?
ELLENDALE CITY OF serves approximately 1,394 people, North Dakota. The system provides water to 1 community: Ellendale.
What type of water does ELLENDALE CITY OF provide?
ELLENDALE CITY OF sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is ND1100306.
How does ELLENDALE CITY OF compare to other utilities in North Dakota?
ELLENDALE CITY OF scores 76/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our North Dakota state page for a full comparison of water systems.