A86/100
Princeton — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,146 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MN1480008
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
manganese | 381.15 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1996.
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 Princeton
Is Princeton water safe to drink?
Princeton water receives a grade of A (86/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 51 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has Princeton detected?
51 contaminants were tested in Princeton's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, manganese. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does Princeton have any EPA violations?
Yes, Princeton has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1996. Violation types include MR.
How many people does Princeton serve?
Princeton serves approximately 5,146 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does Princeton provide?
Princeton sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MN1480008.
How does Princeton compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
Princeton 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.