B79/100
Lincoln-Pipestone Rural Water System — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 13,644 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
MN1410007
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.49 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2015.
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 Lincoln-Pipestone Rural Water System
Is Lincoln-Pipestone Rural Water System water safe to drink?
Lincoln-Pipestone Rural Water System water receives a grade of B (79/100), which is considered good. 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 Lincoln-Pipestone Rural Water System detected?
52 contaminants were tested in Lincoln-Pipestone Rural Water System's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does Lincoln-Pipestone Rural Water System have any EPA violations?
Yes, Lincoln-Pipestone Rural Water System has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does Lincoln-Pipestone Rural Water System serve?
Lincoln-Pipestone Rural Water System serves approximately 13,644 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does Lincoln-Pipestone Rural Water System provide?
Lincoln-Pipestone Rural Water System sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is MN1410007.
How does Lincoln-Pipestone Rural Water System compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
Lincoln-Pipestone Rural Water System scores 79/100 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.