Nicollet County · 14,448 residents · 1 water system
2
Contaminants detected
1
PFAS compounds
—
Hardness (mg/L)
0
Above legal limits
1
Above health guidelines
North Mankato drinking water comes from groundwater wells. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 2 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Lithium. PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels in North Mankato water.
Contaminants detected in North Mankato water
2 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
North Mankato tap water meets EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels). However, 1 contaminant is present above independent health guidelines, which are often stricter than legal limits. 2 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Lithium. 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 North Mankato water?
Monitoring has detected 2 contaminants in North Mankato's water supply: Lead, Lithium. Additionally, 1 PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels. 1 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does North Mankato water have PFAS?
Yes. 1 PFAS compounds have been detected in North Mankato'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 North Mankato get its drinking water?
North Mankato's drinking water comes from groundwater wells that draw from underground aquifers. The water is treated and tested according to Wisconsin DNR and EPA requirements before distribution. North Mankato is served by one water system: North Mankato.
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