Crystal Bay, MN: 4 Violations — 47/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Unlike better-scoring cities in MN, Crystal Bay records health-based violations across a meaningful portion of its service areas — the overall safety grade is well below average.
How Crystal Bay Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Crystal Bay Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 4 violations in the past 5 years.
- Estimated remediation: $400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 10.25.
Who Supplies Your Water in Crystal Bay
Federal drinking water records identify 1 system operating in Crystal Bay, MN. One of those systems serves the overwhelming majority of residential addresses, concentrating infrastructure management, rate authority, and EPA compliance reporting within a single organization.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Crystal Bay, Minnesota, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 25 people.
1 of 1 ZIP code (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Crystal Bay: D (47/100)
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
Crystal Bay water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Crystal Bay
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 8 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55323 | D | 4 | 0 | Pioneer Park |
All ZIP Codes in Crystal Bay
- 55323 [D] — 4 violations
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.
Health Outcomes in Crystal Bay
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
Top Contaminants in Crystal Bay Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
What You Can Do in Crystal Bay
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. Filters rated for Consumer Confidence Report Rule can reduce the most common contaminant found in Crystal Bay's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
- Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Crystal Bay, MN