B78/100
WATFORD CITY CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,390 people · North Dakota
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
ND2700990
Violations
11
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 3.11 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.007 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
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, 2022 – September 30, 2022Rule: 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 WATFORD CITY CITY OF
Is WATFORD CITY CITY OF water safe to drink?
WATFORD CITY CITY OF water receives a grade of B (78/100), which is considered good. 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 WATFORD CITY CITY OF detected?
32 contaminants were tested in WATFORD CITY 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 WATFORD CITY CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, WATFORD CITY CITY OF has 11 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does WATFORD CITY CITY OF serve?
WATFORD CITY CITY OF serves approximately 6,390 people, North Dakota. The system provides water to 1 community: Watford City.
What type of water does WATFORD CITY CITY OF provide?
WATFORD CITY CITY OF sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is ND2700990.
How does WATFORD CITY CITY OF compare to other utilities in North Dakota?
WATFORD CITY CITY OF scores 78/100 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.