A96/100
Saint James — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,611 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MN1830006
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1991.
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 Saint James
Is Saint James water safe to drink?
Saint James water receives a grade of A (96/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has Saint James detected?
31 contaminants were tested in Saint James's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does Saint James have any EPA violations?
Yes, Saint James has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1991. Violation types include MR.
How many people does Saint James serve?
Saint James serves approximately 4,611 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does Saint James provide?
Saint James sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MN1830006.
How does Saint James compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
Saint James scores 96/100 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.