A84/100
Luverne — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,946 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MN1670004
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.44 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 Luverne
Is Luverne water safe to drink?
Luverne water receives a grade of A (84/100), 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 Luverne detected?
32 contaminants were tested in Luverne's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does Luverne have any EPA violations?
Yes, Luverne has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MON, MR.
How many people does Luverne serve?
Luverne serves approximately 4,946 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does Luverne provide?
Luverne sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MN1670004.
How does Luverne compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
Luverne scores 84/100 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.