A82/100
Mound — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,447 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MN1270038
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.50 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 Mound
Is Mound water safe to drink?
Mound water receives a grade of A (82/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has Mound detected?
32 contaminants were tested in Mound's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does Mound have any EPA violations?
Yes, Mound has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does Mound serve?
Mound serves approximately 9,447 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does Mound provide?
Mound sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MN1270038.
How does Mound compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
Mound scores 82/100 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.