A85/100
New Brighton — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 22,902 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MN1620009
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
1,4-dioxane | 2.90 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 2004.
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 New Brighton
Is New Brighton water safe to drink?
New Brighton water receives a grade of A (85/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 73 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has New Brighton detected?
73 contaminants were tested in New Brighton's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), 1,4-dioxane. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does New Brighton have any EPA violations?
Yes, New Brighton has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2004. Violation types include MCL, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does New Brighton serve?
New Brighton serves approximately 22,902 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does New Brighton provide?
New Brighton sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MN1620009.
How does New Brighton compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
New Brighton scores 85/100 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.