C57/100
FARGO CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 120,762 people · North Dakota
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
ND0900336
Violations
8
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 FARGO CITY OF
Is FARGO CITY OF water safe to drink?
FARGO CITY OF water receives a grade of C (57/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 8 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has FARGO CITY OF detected?
69 contaminants were tested in FARGO CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FARGO CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, FARGO CITY OF has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MCL, TT. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does FARGO CITY OF serve?
FARGO CITY OF serves approximately 120,762 people, North Dakota. The system provides water to 1 community: Fargo.
What type of water does FARGO CITY OF provide?
FARGO CITY OF sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is ND0900336.
How does FARGO CITY OF compare to other utilities in North Dakota?
FARGO CITY OF scores 57/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our North Dakota state page for a full comparison of water systems.