Buckman, MN Water Safety: 83/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
The water systems supplying Buckman show a track record of above-average compliance with federal standards — consistently among the better performers in MN.
How Buckman Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Buckman Water: The Quick Version
- Average lead level: 0.003 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.73 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Buckman
Buckman, MN draws its water from one primary utility across 1 tracked system.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Buckman, Minnesota, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 309 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Buckman — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Buckman: B (83/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Buckman water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0030 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56317 | B | Buckman | 309 |
All ZIP Codes in Buckman
- 56317 [B]
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
CDC Health Data for Buckman
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Protecting Children from Lead in Buckman
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Lead risk in Buckman appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
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