A83/100
Red Wing — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 16,459 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MN1250013
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
strontium | 2450.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 1999.
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 Red Wing
Is Red Wing water safe to drink?
Red Wing water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has Red Wing detected?
66 contaminants were tested in Red Wing's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), strontium. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does Red Wing have any EPA violations?
Yes, Red Wing has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1999. Violation types include MCL, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does Red Wing serve?
Red Wing serves approximately 16,459 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does Red Wing provide?
Red Wing sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MN1250013.
How does Red Wing compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
Red Wing scores 83/100 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.