B77/100
Blaine — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 70,220 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MN1020006
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.55 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2006.
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 Blaine
Is Blaine water safe to drink?
Blaine water receives a grade of B (77/100), which is considered good. Out of 74 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has Blaine detected?
74 contaminants were tested in Blaine's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does Blaine have any EPA violations?
Yes, Blaine has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2006. Violation types include MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does Blaine serve?
Blaine serves approximately 70,220 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does Blaine provide?
Blaine sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MN1020006.
How does Blaine compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
Blaine scores 77/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Minnesota state page for a full comparison of water systems.