Fort Berthold Rural Water
Location:
308 4 Bears Complex
New Town, ND 58763
Located South of the Tribal Administration Building
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
8:00AM - 4:30PM
Contact:
FBRW Administration Phone: 701-627-8185
Fax: 701-627-4303
Four Bears WTP Phone: 701-627-3160
Twin Buttes WTP Phone: 701-938-3160
White Shield WTP Phone: 701-743-4293
Mandaree WTP Phone: 701-759-3160
Services Provided & Mission
Before You Pay
- Have your account number ready.
- Enter the name and address exactly as shown on your bill.
- If you have questions about your balance, contact the Fort Berthold Rural Water.
Need Help?
Phone: (701) 627-8185
Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM- 4:30 PM
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Office Staff
Chad Severance
Distribution Supervisor
2024 Reports
The purpose of this report is to inform you of the quality of the drinking water that we provide. We are required by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to test our water frequently for the presence of over 80 different substances, and as a surface water treatment plant, we monitor the water continually to assure compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). The EPA Region 8 Office in Denver, Colorado reviews all of our testing data to ensure that we are providing safe drinking water to our users, and we are complying with EPA regulations.
Report PDF's
Four Bears Water System
New Town/Little Shell Water System
Mandaree Water System
Parshall/Lucky Mound Water System
Twin Buttes Water System
White Shield Water System
report's goal
The “2023 Consumer Confidence Report” explains where our drinking water comes from (Lake Sakakawea), how it’s treated to be safe, and what’s in it. It checks often for over 80 things to keep it safe. The report shows what it found in 2023 and any issues. It gives health tips about harmful substances like lead and asks people to help by sharing the report and staying informed.
DOCUMENTS
Water Application & Service Line
Hand in to Fort Berthold Rural Water 308 4 Bears Complex New Town, ND 58763
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are a few most frequently questions.
Answered by the department
Can I connect to a Fort Berthold Rural Water line myself?
No, The FBRW system is a federal utility, unauthorized connections to the system are considered theft under Federal and Tribal law. Only FBRW is authorized entity allowed to make connections to the system.
Does Fort Berthold Rural Water need an easement on my land in order to install a rural water pipeline to my home?
Yes, the Fort Berthold Rural Water System is owned by the United States of America “Bureau of Reclamation” All pipeline right of ways are titled in the name of the United States of America and its assigns and Easements are titled as such.
I noticed discoloration in my water, what causes this and how do I report it?
Discolored water and trapped air are common occurrences after a water main break or other water system maintenance work such as routine flushing. Discolored water is caused by sediment and mineral deposits in the pipes that can be stirred up when the water is turned off and then back on following work on the Fort Berthold Rural Water System. If you notice discoloration in your water, please report it immediately to our office.
Does the FBRW system continually test the water for safe consumption?
Yes, Fort Berthold Rural Water System residual chlorine levels at our treatment facilities daily. We fall under the jurisdiction of EPA Region 8 and all of our (6) individual public water systems are issued Federal Monitoring Requirements annually. These sampling requirements are strictly adhered to with Weekly/Monthly/Bi-annually/Annual samples collected and analyzed at a state or state approved laboratory. Additional information regarding water quality from our individual systems is posted to the MHA Nation website in the form of our annual Consumer Confidence Reports. Additional information could be made available upon written request.