A87/100
STUTSMAN RURAL WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,550 people · North Dakota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
ND4701303
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.53 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
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 2013.
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 STUTSMAN RURAL WATER DISTRICT
Is STUTSMAN RURAL WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
STUTSMAN RURAL WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has STUTSMAN RURAL WATER DISTRICT detected?
32 contaminants were tested in STUTSMAN RURAL WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does STUTSMAN RURAL WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, STUTSMAN RURAL WATER DISTRICT has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2013. Violation types include MR.
How many people does STUTSMAN RURAL WATER DISTRICT serve?
STUTSMAN RURAL WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 5,550 people, North Dakota.
What type of water does STUTSMAN RURAL WATER DISTRICT provide?
STUTSMAN RURAL WATER DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is ND4701303.
How does STUTSMAN RURAL WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in North Dakota?
STUTSMAN RURAL WATER DISTRICT scores 87/100 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.