A84/100
Delano Municipal Utilities — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,564 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MN1860007
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.62 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 370.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 Delano Municipal Utilities
Is Delano Municipal Utilities water safe to drink?
Delano Municipal Utilities water receives a grade of A (84/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 52 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has Delano Municipal Utilities detected?
52 contaminants were tested in Delano Municipal Utilities's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), chlorate. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does Delano Municipal Utilities have any EPA violations?
Yes, Delano Municipal Utilities has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR, MON.
How many people does Delano Municipal Utilities serve?
Delano Municipal Utilities serves approximately 6,564 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does Delano Municipal Utilities provide?
Delano Municipal Utilities sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MN1860007.
How does Delano Municipal Utilities compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
Delano Municipal Utilities 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.