East Grand Forks drinking water comes from surface water. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 8 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Trichloroethylene, Tetrachloroethylene, and 4 others. PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels in East Grand Forks water.
Contaminants detected in East Grand Forks water
8 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
East Grand Forks tap water meets EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels). However, 2 contaminants are present above independent health guidelines, which are often stricter than legal limits. 8 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Trichloroethylene, Tetrachloroethylene, Total Trihalomethanes. View the detailed report for each water system to see specific levels and how they compare to both legal limits and health guidelines.
What contaminants are in East Grand Forks water?
Monitoring has detected 8 contaminants in East Grand Forks's water supply: Lead, Nitrate, Trichloroethylene, Tetrachloroethylene, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Lithium, PFBA (Perfluorobutanoic Acid). Additionally, 2 PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels. 2 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does East Grand Forks water have PFAS?
Yes. 2 PFAS compounds have been detected in East Grand Forks's water supply at trace levels. PFAS are sometimes called "forever chemicals" because they do not break down in the environment. The EPA has set Maximum Contaminant Levels for several PFAS compounds. View the detailed report for specific concentrations.
Where does East Grand Forks get its drinking water?
East Grand Forks's drinking water comes from surface water sources. The water is treated and tested according to Minnesota Department of Health and EPA requirements before distribution. East Grand Forks is served by one water system: East Grand Forks.
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