A100/100
Plainview — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,340 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MN1790012
Violations
0
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
This system has a clean compliance history.
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 Plainview
Is Plainview water safe to drink?
Plainview water receives a grade of A (100/100), 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 Plainview detected?
51 contaminants were tested in Plainview's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does Plainview have any EPA violations?
No, Plainview has zero EPA violations on record. This indicates consistent compliance with federal drinking water standards.
How many people does Plainview serve?
Plainview serves approximately 3,340 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does Plainview provide?
Plainview sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MN1790012.
How does Plainview compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
Plainview scores 100/100 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.