A96/100
Vadnais Heights — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 13,025 people · Minnesota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MN1620030
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – August 13, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 Vadnais Heights
Is Vadnais Heights water safe to drink?
Vadnais Heights water receives a grade of A (96/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has Vadnais Heights detected?
66 contaminants were tested in Vadnais Heights's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does Vadnais Heights have any EPA violations?
Yes, Vadnais Heights has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other.
How many people does Vadnais Heights serve?
Vadnais Heights serves approximately 13,025 people, Minnesota.
What type of water does Vadnais Heights provide?
Vadnais Heights sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MN1620030.
How does Vadnais Heights compare to other utilities in Minnesota?
Vadnais Heights 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.