A81/100
North Saint Paul — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 13,134 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MN1620011
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
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 2002.
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 North Saint Paul
Is North Saint Paul water safe to drink?
North Saint Paul water receives a grade of A (81/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 63 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has North Saint Paul detected?
63 contaminants were tested in North Saint Paul's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does North Saint Paul have any EPA violations?
Yes, North Saint Paul has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2002. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does North Saint Paul serve?
North Saint Paul serves approximately 13,134 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does North Saint Paul provide?
North Saint Paul sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MN1620011.
How does North Saint Paul compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
North Saint Paul scores 81/100 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.