McClusky water meets federal safety standards, annual report shows
McClusky residents can continue to have confidence in the safety of their drinking water, according to the city’s 2025 Consumer Confidence Report, which found that all tested contaminants remained below federal drinking water standards.
The annual report, which can be found on the city’s website, was released as required by the Safe Drinking Water Act, provides residents with information about the source and quality of the community’s drinking water. The City of McClusky purchases its water from the McLean Sheridan Water District, System I. Officials said they remain committed to protecting water quality and keeping residents informed about the system.
The North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality has classified McClusky’s water source as “moderately susceptible” to potential contamination. However, the report notes that no significant sources of contamination have been identified.
Water testing conducted throughout 2025 found contaminant levels well below federal action limits and maximum contaminant levels. Lead testing showed a 90th percentile concentration of 2.32 parts per billion, significantly below the federal action level of 15 parts per billion, with no sites exceeding allowable limits. Copper testing also remained well below regulatory thresholds.
The report also showed low levels of naturally occurring substances such as arsenic, barium, fluoride, selenium and nitrates, all within federal standards. Radioactive contaminants including uranium, radium and gross alpha particles were detected at levels substantially below regulatory limits.