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PRIOR LAKE, Minnesota

Water Quality Score: 85/100 (Grade B)

B

Overall Performance

Water Quality Score

85/100

23.0 points above state average

Letter Grade

B

Good quality

Performance Tier

good

Based on EPA standards

Water System Details

System Number

MN1700020

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Water Quality Metrics

Lead Level

5.0 ppb

EPA Action Level: 15 ppb

✓ Below action level

Nitrate Level

4.2 ppm

EPA MCL: 10 ppm

✓ Below MCL

PFAS Detection

Not Detected

Forever chemicals

✓ No PFAS detected

EPA Violations

None

Health-based violations

✓ Clean compliance record

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PRIOR LAKE tap water safe to drink?

PRIOR LAKE tap water received a Grade B (85/100) and is generally safe. Lead level: 5.0 ppb (below EPA action level). Nitrate level: 4.2 ppm (below EPA limit). No PFAS detected.

What contaminants are in PRIOR LAKE water?

PRIOR LAKE water has been tested for lead (5.0 ppb (below EPA action level)), nitrate (4.2 ppm (below EPA limit)), and PFAS (No PFAS detected). This system has no EPA violations.

How does PRIOR LAKE water compare to other Minnesota cities?

PRIOR LAKE scored 85/100, which is 23 points above the Minnesota state average of 62. It ranks among the good tier of water systems in the state.

Should I use a water filter in PRIOR LAKE?

With a Grade B, PRIOR LAKE water meets EPA standards. A filter is optional but can provide additional peace of mind.

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