A88/100
Detroit Lakes — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 10,038 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MN1030005
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.30 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1993.
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 Detroit Lakes
Is Detroit Lakes water safe to drink?
Detroit Lakes water receives a grade of A (88/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has Detroit Lakes detected?
32 contaminants were tested in Detroit Lakes's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does Detroit Lakes have any EPA violations?
Yes, Detroit Lakes has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1993. Violation types include MR.
How many people does Detroit Lakes serve?
Detroit Lakes serves approximately 10,038 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does Detroit Lakes provide?
Detroit Lakes sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MN1030005.
How does Detroit Lakes compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
Detroit Lakes scores 88/100 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.