B66/100
TOWN OF MINDEN — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,500 people · Nevada
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NV0000168
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.006 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2013.
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 TOWN OF MINDEN
Is TOWN OF MINDEN water safe to drink?
TOWN OF MINDEN water receives a grade of B (66/100), which is considered good. 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 TOWN OF MINDEN detected?
31 contaminants were tested in TOWN OF MINDEN's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TOWN OF MINDEN have any EPA violations?
Yes, TOWN OF MINDEN has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2013. Violation types include MCL, MR. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does TOWN OF MINDEN serve?
TOWN OF MINDEN serves approximately 3,500 people, Nevada.
What type of water does TOWN OF MINDEN provide?
TOWN OF MINDEN sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NV0000168.
How does TOWN OF MINDEN compare to other utilities in Nevada?
TOWN OF MINDEN scores 66/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Nevada state page for a full comparison of water systems.