Water Quality in Battle Lake, MN (56515)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 56515.
28
Total Violations
8
Health-Based
20
Monitoring / Reporting
27
Resolved
What does this mean?
27 of 28 violations have been resolved. 8 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 20 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 (28 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 19, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 19, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 20, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 20, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 15, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 15, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 15, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 15, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 15, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 15, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2025(2)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
2024(14)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
How Does This Compare?
Battle Lake (56515) has 28 recorded violations, including 8 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.
Reverse Osmosis System
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 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.