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Cities with Highest Lead Levels in Minnesota

These water systems have the highest measured lead concentrations. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. Systems shown may require additional treatment or infrastructure improvements.

21.93 ppb

Highest Lead Level

15.16 ppb

Average (Top 25)

15 ppb

EPA Action Level

About High Lead Levels

Lead exposure can cause serious health problems, especially for children and pregnant women. It affects brain development and can cause learning difficulties, behavioral problems, and reduced IQ.

If your water system appears on this list, consider using a certified lead-removal filter and having your tap water tested. Contact your water provider for more information about lead reduction programs.

RankCity & SystemLead (ppb)Overall ScoreAction
#1

Fridley

MN1020031

21.93

Exceeds EPA action level

F55
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#2

CASS LAKE

055294205

21.51

Exceeds EPA action level

F30
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#3

Columbia Heights

MN1020016

20.90

Exceeds EPA action level

F20
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#4

CASS LAKE

055294207

19.47

Exceeds EPA action level

F55
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#5

AITKIN

MN1010012

18.26

Exceeds EPA action level

F40
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#6

Rochester

MN1550003

18.20

Exceeds EPA action level

F0
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#7

Coon Rapids

MN1020017

16.54

Exceeds EPA action level

F50
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#8

Fridley

MN1020007

15.83

Exceeds EPA action level

F50
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#9

Mankato

MN1070012

15.80

Exceeds EPA action level

F20
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#10

Monticello

MN1860013

15.10

Exceeds EPA action level

F30
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#11

Andover

MN1020034

14.65

98% of EPA limit

F55
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#12

CASS LAKE

055294203

13.63

91% of EPA limit

F50
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#13

Bemidji

MN1040032

13.00

87% of EPA limit

F55
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#14

Cottage Grove

MN1820004

12.90

86% of EPA limit

D65
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#15

Crystal

MN1270008

12.90

86% of EPA limit

F55
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#16

Monticello

MN1860015

12.90

86% of EPA limit

F55
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#17

Maple Grove

MN1710014

12.90

86% of EPA limit

F55
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#18

COLD SPRING

MN1730007

12.90

86% of EPA limit

F55
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#19

Inver Grove Heights

MN1190014

12.90

86% of EPA limit

F35
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#20

Lakeville

MN1190016

12.80

85% of EPA limit

D65
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#21

Long Prairie

MN1770007

12.80

85% of EPA limit

F55
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#22

MINNEAPOLIS

MN1270027

12.80

85% of EPA limit

F55
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#23

ST CLOUD

MN1730041

12.80

85% of EPA limit

F55
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#24

Rochester

MN1550027

12.80

85% of EPA limit

F55
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#25

International Falls

MN1360002

12.70

85% of EPA limit

F55
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