A86/100
Norwood-Young America — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,850 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MN1100019
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2021.
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 Norwood-Young America
Is Norwood-Young America water safe to drink?
Norwood-Young America water receives a grade of A (86/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 51 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has Norwood-Young America detected?
51 contaminants were tested in Norwood-Young America's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does Norwood-Young America have any EPA violations?
Yes, Norwood-Young America has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does Norwood-Young America serve?
Norwood-Young America serves approximately 3,850 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does Norwood-Young America provide?
Norwood-Young America sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MN1100019.
How does Norwood-Young America compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
Norwood-Young America scores 86/100 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.