A94/100
Byron — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,312 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MN1550001
Violations
3
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 2015.
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 Byron
Is Byron water safe to drink?
Byron water receives a grade of A (94/100), 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 Byron detected?
31 contaminants were tested in Byron's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does Byron have any EPA violations?
Yes, Byron has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include MR.
How many people does Byron serve?
Byron serves approximately 6,312 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does Byron provide?
Byron sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MN1550001.
How does Byron compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
Byron scores 94/100 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.