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Fergus Falls, Minnesota

Water Quality Score: 45/100 (Grade F)

F

Overall Performance

Water Quality Score

45/100

17.0 points below state average

Letter Grade

F

Poor quality

Performance Tier

poor

Based on EPA standards

Water System Details

System Number

MN1560028

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Water Quality Metrics

Lead Level

9.2 ppb

EPA Action Level: 15 ppb

✓ Below action level

Nitrate Level

13.0 ppm

EPA MCL: 10 ppm

⚠ Exceeds MCL

PFAS Detection

Not Detected

Forever chemicals

✓ No PFAS detected

EPA Violations

Yes

Health-based violations

⚠ Has violations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fergus Falls tap water safe to drink?

Fergus Falls tap water received a Grade F (45/100) and is may have some concerns. Lead level: 9.2 ppb (below EPA action level). Nitrate level: 13.0 ppm (exceeds EPA limit). No PFAS detected.

What contaminants are in Fergus Falls water?

Fergus Falls water has been tested for lead (9.2 ppb (below EPA action level)), nitrate (13.0 ppm (exceeds EPA limit)), and PFAS (No PFAS detected). This system has EPA violations.

How does Fergus Falls water compare to other Minnesota cities?

Fergus Falls scored 45/100, which is 17 points below the Minnesota state average of 62. It ranks among the poor tier of water systems in the state.

Should I use a water filter in Fergus Falls?

Given Fergus Falls's Grade F rating, you may want to consider a water filter, especially if you have concerns about lead.

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