A84/100
Arden Hills — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 10,000 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
MN1620001
Violations
13
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
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 2017.
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 Arden Hills
Is Arden Hills water safe to drink?
Arden Hills water receives a grade of A (84/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has Arden Hills detected?
31 contaminants were tested in Arden Hills's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does Arden Hills have any EPA violations?
Yes, Arden Hills has 13 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR.
How many people does Arden Hills serve?
Arden Hills serves approximately 10,000 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does Arden Hills provide?
Arden Hills 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 MN1620001.
How does Arden Hills compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
Arden Hills scores 84/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Minnesota state page for a full comparison of water systems.