A80/100
Richmond — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,485 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MN1730022
Violations
5
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
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 Richmond
Is Richmond water safe to drink?
Richmond water receives a grade of A (80/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has Richmond detected?
1 contaminants were tested in Richmond's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does Richmond have any EPA violations?
Yes, Richmond has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does Richmond serve?
Richmond serves approximately 1,485 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does Richmond provide?
Richmond sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MN1730022.
How does Richmond compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
Richmond scores 80/100 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.