Water Quality in Clearwater, MN (55320)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 55320.
14
Total Violations
4
Health-Based
10
Monitoring / Reporting
13
Resolved
What does this mean?
13 of 14 violations have been resolved. 4 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 10 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.
Violations Detail (14 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Dec 10, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 27, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 27, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2024(4)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Public Notice
76
Public Notice
76
2022(4)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
How Does This Compare?
Clearwater (55320) has 14 recorded violations, including 4 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
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.