A86/100
Pine Island — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,324 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MN1250012
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.46 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 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 Pine Island
Is Pine Island water safe to drink?
Pine Island water receives a grade of A (86/100), 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 Pine Island detected?
32 contaminants were tested in Pine Island's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does Pine Island have any EPA violations?
Yes, Pine Island has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR.
How many people does Pine Island serve?
Pine Island serves approximately 3,324 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does Pine Island provide?
Pine Island sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MN1250012.
How does Pine Island compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
Pine Island 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.