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Mankato, Minnesota

Water Quality Score: 20/100 (Grade F)

F

Overall Performance

Water Quality Score

20/100

42.0 points below state average

Letter Grade

F

Poor quality

Performance Tier

poor

Based on EPA standards

Water System Details

System Number

MN1070012

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Water Quality Metrics

Lead Level

15.8 ppb

EPA Action Level: 15 ppb

⚠ Exceeds action level

Nitrate Level

11.6 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 Mankato tap water safe to drink?

Mankato tap water received a Grade F (20/100) and is may have some concerns. Lead level: 15.8 ppb (exceeds EPA action level). Nitrate level: 11.6 ppm (exceeds EPA limit). No PFAS detected.

What contaminants are in Mankato water?

Mankato water has been tested for lead (15.8 ppb (exceeds EPA action level)), nitrate (11.6 ppm (exceeds EPA limit)), and PFAS (No PFAS detected). This system has EPA violations.

How does Mankato water compare to other Minnesota cities?

Mankato scored 20/100, which is 42 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 Mankato?

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

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