A92/100
Lino Lakes — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 17,859 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MN1020023
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
manganese | 384.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1998.
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 Lino Lakes
Is Lino Lakes water safe to drink?
Lino Lakes water receives a grade of A (92/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has Lino Lakes detected?
66 contaminants were tested in Lino Lakes's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), manganese. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does Lino Lakes have any EPA violations?
Yes, Lino Lakes has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1998. Violation types include MR.
How many people does Lino Lakes serve?
Lino Lakes serves approximately 17,859 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does Lino Lakes provide?
Lino Lakes sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MN1020023.
How does Lino Lakes compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
Lino Lakes scores 92/100 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.