Water Quality in Albert Lea, MN (56043)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 56043.

Past Health-Based Violations

1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved.

More violations than 29% of US ZIP codes.

Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.

423

Population

10

Water Systems

1

Violations (5yr)

1

Health-Based

Location

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Water Systems Serving This Area (10)

Albert Lea

Groundwater 18,492 people served
0 violations
Lead tested: 2 ppb (limit: 15 ppb) Copper tested: 1810 ppb (limit: 1300 ppb)

Austin/Albert Lea Koa

Groundwater 300 people served
0 violations

Hayward

1 health-based
Groundwater 254 people served
1 violation (5yr) · 1 health-based · All resolved

Holiday Park Golf Course & Driving Range

Groundwater 35 people served
0 violations

Becker Auto

Groundwater 25 people served
0 violations

Hiawatha Campground

Groundwater 25 people served
0 violations

Hayward House Cafe

Groundwater 25 people served
0 violations

Hutch

Groundwater 25 people served
0 violations

Country House

Groundwater 25 people served
0 violations

Holiday Park Golf Course

Groundwater 25 people served
0 violations

Contaminants Found

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and UHealth-Based
1 violation
All resolved

Lead & Copper Levels

Lead (Pb)

Within limit
2 ppb measured Action level: 15 ppb

Sampled: Jan 2025

Copper (Cu)

Exceeds limit
1810 ppb measured Action level: 1300 ppb

Sampled: Jul 2021

How Does This Compare?

Albert Lea (56043) has more violations than 29% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 1.

Fewer violations 29th percentile More violations

Recommended Water Filters

Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.

Whole House Carbon Filter

A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.

Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 certified

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.

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