Water Quality in North Branch, MN (55056)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 55056.

13

Total Violations

0

Health-Based

13

Monitoring / Reporting

12

Resolved

What does this mean?

12 of 13 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 13 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.

Water systems: 45 Population served: 9,297

Violations Detail (13 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJun 11, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJun 11, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJun 11, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ANov 17, 2024ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2023ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2023ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2023ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2023ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJan 31, 2023ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJan 31, 2023ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(3)

E. COLI

34

Jun 11Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jun 11Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jun 11Resolved

2024(1)

Public Notice

75

Nov 17Active

How Does This Compare?

North Branch (55056) has 13 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. 1 remains unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.

UV Water Purifier

Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.

Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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