A94/100
RUGBY CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,876 people · North Dakota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
ND3500842
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.009 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: August 1, 2021 – August 31, 2021Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021Rule: Stage 1 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 RUGBY CITY OF
Is RUGBY CITY OF water safe to drink?
RUGBY CITY OF water receives a grade of A (94/100), 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 RUGBY CITY OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in RUGBY CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does RUGBY CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, RUGBY CITY OF has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MON, MR.
How many people does RUGBY CITY OF serve?
RUGBY CITY OF serves approximately 2,876 people, North Dakota. The system provides water to 1 community: Rugby.
What type of water does RUGBY CITY OF provide?
RUGBY CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is ND3500842.
How does RUGBY CITY OF compare to other utilities in North Dakota?
RUGBY CITY OF scores 94/100 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.