A80/100
New Prague — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,247 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MN1400013
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.53 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.007 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2006.
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 Prague
Is New Prague water safe to drink?
New Prague water receives a grade of A (80/100), 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 New Prague detected?
32 contaminants were tested in New Prague's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does New Prague have any EPA violations?
Yes, New Prague has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2006. Violation types include MCL, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does New Prague serve?
New Prague serves approximately 8,247 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does New Prague provide?
New Prague sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MN1400013.
How does New Prague compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
New Prague scores 80/100 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.