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Sauk Rapids, Minnesota

Water Quality Score: 75/100 (Grade C)

C

Overall Performance

Water Quality Score

75/100

13.0 points above state average

Letter Grade

C

Fair quality

Performance Tier

fair

Based on EPA standards

Water System Details

System Number

MN1050005

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Water Quality Metrics

Lead Level

8.3 ppb

EPA Action Level: 15 ppb

✓ Below action level

Nitrate Level

4.7 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 Sauk Rapids tap water safe to drink?

Sauk Rapids tap water received a Grade C (75/100) and is generally safe. Lead level: 8.3 ppb (below EPA action level). Nitrate level: 4.7 ppm (below EPA limit). No PFAS detected.

What contaminants are in Sauk Rapids water?

Sauk Rapids water has been tested for lead (8.3 ppb (below EPA action level)), nitrate (4.7 ppm (below EPA limit)), and PFAS (No PFAS detected). This system has no EPA violations.

How does Sauk Rapids water compare to other Minnesota cities?

Sauk Rapids scored 75/100, which is 13 points above the Minnesota state average of 62. It ranks among the fair tier of water systems in the state.

Should I use a water filter in Sauk Rapids?

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

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