A96/100
Silver Bay — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,826 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
MN1380003
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Missed required monitoring deadline
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: March 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 Silver Bay
Is Silver Bay water safe to drink?
Silver Bay water receives a grade of A (96/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has Silver Bay detected?
1 contaminants were tested in Silver Bay's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does Silver Bay have any EPA violations?
Yes, Silver Bay has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR.
How many people does Silver Bay serve?
Silver Bay serves approximately 1,826 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does Silver Bay provide?
Silver Bay sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is MN1380003.
How does Silver Bay compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
Silver Bay 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.