Water Quality in Moorhead, MN (56547)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 56547.
Past Health-Based Violations
5 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There is also 1 monitoring/reporting violation.
More violations than 57% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,762
Population
22
Water Systems
6
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (22)
Moorhead
Glyndon
Buffalo River State Park
Scandia Lutheran Church
Romantic Moon Event Center
Church Of Old Believers
Concordia Lutheran Church
Titan Machinery
5 health-basedSwimming Beach
Bel Air Kennels
Moorhead Municipal Airport
Ponderosa Golf Course
Dr Ian B Edwards
Sandbeck Race Development
Coneflower Camp
Concordia Scandia Parish
Pioneer Hi-Bred Intntnl
Truckers Inn/Tj'S
Buffalo River State Park
Novartis, Inc
Elks Ponderosa Golf Crse
Monsanto Company
Contaminants Found
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2022
How Does This Compare?
Moorhead (56547) has more violations than 57% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 6.
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.
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
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.