B79/100
Brainerd — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 14,670 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MN1180002
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.63 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
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 2009.
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 Brainerd
Is Brainerd water safe to drink?
Brainerd water receives a grade of B (79/100), which is considered good. Out of 67 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has Brainerd detected?
67 contaminants were tested in Brainerd's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does Brainerd have any EPA violations?
Yes, Brainerd has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2009. Violation types include MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does Brainerd serve?
Brainerd serves approximately 14,670 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does Brainerd provide?
Brainerd sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MN1180002.
How does Brainerd compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
Brainerd scores 79/100 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.