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Monticello, Minnesota

Water Quality Score: 30/100 (Grade F)

F

Overall Performance

Water Quality Score

30/100

32.0 points below state average

Letter Grade

F

Poor quality

Performance Tier

poor

Based on EPA standards

Water System Details

System Number

MN1860013

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Water Quality Metrics

Lead Level

15.1 ppb

EPA Action Level: 15 ppb

⚠ Exceeds action level

Nitrate Level

7.8 ppm

EPA MCL: 10 ppm

✓ Below MCL

PFAS Detection

Not Detected

Forever chemicals

✓ No PFAS detected

EPA Violations

Yes

Health-based violations

⚠ Has violations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Monticello tap water safe to drink?

Monticello tap water received a Grade F (30/100) and is may have some concerns. Lead level: 15.1 ppb (exceeds EPA action level). Nitrate level: 7.8 ppm (below EPA limit). No PFAS detected.

What contaminants are in Monticello water?

Monticello water has been tested for lead (15.1 ppb (exceeds EPA action level)), nitrate (7.8 ppm (below EPA limit)), and PFAS (No PFAS detected). This system has EPA violations.

How does Monticello water compare to other Minnesota cities?

Monticello scored 30/100, which is 32 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 Monticello?

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

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