Water Quality in Ely, MN (55731)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 55731.

353

Total Violations

85

Health-Based

268

Monitoring / Reporting

340

Resolved

What does this mean?

340 of 353 violations have been resolved. 85 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 268 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: 196 Population served: 9,965

Violations Detail (353 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Groundwater RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(37)

Groundwater Rule

41

Aug 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

2024(69)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Oct 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Oct 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Sep 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Sep 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Aug 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Aug 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Aug 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 16Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Jul 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 6Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Jun 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jun 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

May 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

May 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

May 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

May 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Feb 29Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Feb 29Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Feb 29Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 18Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 22Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 22Resolved

How Does This Compare?

Ely (55731) has 353 recorded violations, including 85 health-based. 13 remain 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.

Reverse Osmosis System

Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.

Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified

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.

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