Fifty Lakes, MN Water Safety: 53/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
For households across Fifty Lakes, below-average water safety data and recurring compliance violations documented by MN EPA records make it worthwhile to verify the specific system serving your address — system-level detail is the most actionable reference point available.
How Fifty Lakes Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Fifty Lakes Water
- Homes built before 1986: 56% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.71 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Fifty Lakes
Federal drinking water records identify 1 system operating in Fifty Lakes, 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 Fifty Lakes, Minnesota, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 412 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Fifty Lakes — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Fifty Lakes: D (53/100)
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
Fifty Lakes water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Fifty Lakes
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56448 | D | Chatham Park | 84 |
All ZIP Codes in Fifty Lakes
- 56448 [D]
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 Fifty Lakes
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
Housing & Infrastructure in Fifty Lakes
With 56% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Heavily weighted toward older construction, Fifty Lakes's housing stock carries a median build year of 1987. That profile puts a majority of homes in the era when lead-soldered copper plumbing was standard practice.
Over half of homes in Fifty Lakes were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Fifty Lakes Homeowners
For most homeowners in Fifty Lakes, the estimated cost of water and safety remediation represents a proportionally modest share of what properties are worth — placing this area in the lower tier of the remediation share scale.
Remediation costs in Fifty Lakes are relatively low compared to home values. The $0–$800 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 64% above the Minnesota average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Fifty Lakes
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.
Even where utility-side monitoring meets Lead and Copper Rule requirements, the 56% pre-rule share in Fifty Lakes keeps interior-plumbing variation as a household-level question that aggregate data cannot resolve.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
What You Can Do in Fifty Lakes
- 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. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 56% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
- 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
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