B71/100
Hibbing — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 16,028 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MN1690022
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.55 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.032 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Violation related to Turbidity
When: November 1, 2025 – October 22, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – March 28, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 Hibbing
Is Hibbing water safe to drink?
Hibbing water receives a grade of B (71/100), which is considered good. Out of 67 contaminants tested, 2 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has Hibbing detected?
67 contaminants were tested in Hibbing's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), Copper (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does Hibbing have any EPA violations?
Yes, Hibbing has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does Hibbing serve?
Hibbing serves approximately 16,028 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does Hibbing provide?
Hibbing sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MN1690022.
How does Hibbing compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
Hibbing scores 71/100 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.