A87/100
Grand Rapids — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 11,346 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MN1310011
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.39 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 2004.
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 Grand Rapids
Is Grand Rapids water safe to drink?
Grand Rapids water receives a grade of A (87/100), 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 Grand Rapids detected?
32 contaminants were tested in Grand Rapids's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does Grand Rapids have any EPA violations?
Yes, Grand Rapids has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2004. Violation types include MR.
How many people does Grand Rapids serve?
Grand Rapids serves approximately 11,346 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does Grand Rapids provide?
Grand Rapids sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MN1310011.
How does Grand Rapids compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
Grand Rapids scores 87/100 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.