A91/100
Joint Powers Water Board — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 30,922 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MN1860024
Violations
0
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.52 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 262.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
This system has a clean compliance history.
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 Joint Powers Water Board
Is Joint Powers Water Board water safe to drink?
Joint Powers Water Board water receives a grade of A (91/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 74 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has Joint Powers Water Board detected?
74 contaminants were tested in Joint Powers Water Board's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does Joint Powers Water Board have any EPA violations?
No, Joint Powers Water Board has zero EPA violations on record. This indicates consistent compliance with federal drinking water standards.
How many people does Joint Powers Water Board serve?
Joint Powers Water Board serves approximately 30,922 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does Joint Powers Water Board provide?
Joint Powers Water Board sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MN1860024.
How does Joint Powers Water Board compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
Joint Powers Water Board scores 91/100 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.