ZipCheckup grade for 55372: C.
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Prior Lake, MN (55372): 2 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 66/100
EPA data combined for 4 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Prior Lake)
Health-based violation records by water system:
- Savage (2)
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 55372 in Prior Lake, MN contain 4 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 2 are marked health-based.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 2 health-based violations and 2 non-health-based (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result is below the laboratory reporting limit, not a measured zero; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- PFAS PFAS detected in UCMR5 sampling; see the PFAS section for each compound, compared with the federal PFAS MCL where one exists.
- Radon EPA Zone 1 - highest county-level potential. This is not a home measurement; test before any threshold comparison.
- Flood 67 cumulative NFIP claim records. Check the current FEMA map for a specific address.
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For Prior Lake (55372), this report lists 1 elevated-risk finding and none in its critical tier.
Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: 66/100
This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.
Canonical components
Required domains
Coverage: 4 of 4 components and 3 of 3 domains observed.
Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.
Safety & Health (8) CRITICAL
Your Water System
ZIP code 55372 in Prior Lake, Minnesota is mapped to the water system Prior Lake (EPA ID: MN1700007). This system provides water to approximately 25,282 people from groundwater sources.
There are 4 community water systems serving this area.
Water Systems Serving This Area
| System Name | EPA ID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prior Lake | MN1700007 | 25,282 | Groundwater |
| Savage | MN1700008 | 30,285 | Surface water |
| Territory Community | MN1700026 | 320 | Groundwater |
| Shakopee | MN1700009 | 47,000 | Groundwater |
Other Water Quality Reports in Minnesota
- 55001 (Afton)
- 55002 (Almelund)
- 55003 (Bayport) - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 55005 (Bethel)
- 55006 (Braham)
- 55007 (Brook Park)
- 55008 (Cambridge)
- 55009 (Cannon Falls)
- 55010 (Castle Rock)
- 55011 (Cedar) - 3 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 55012 (Center City) - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 55013 (Chisago City) - 3 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 55014 (Circle Pines) - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 55016 (Cottage Grove)
- 55017 (Dalbo)
- 55018 (Dennison)
- 55019 (Dundas) - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 55020 (Elko New Market)
- 55021 (Faribault) - 3 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 55024 (Farmington)
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 55378 (Savage) - 5 mi - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 55306 (Burnsville) - 6 mi
- 55379 (Shakopee) - 7 mi - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 55337 (Burnsville) - 7 mi
- 55044 (Lakeville) - 8 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 55438 (Minneapolis) - 8 mi
- 55437 (Minneapolis) - 8 mi
- 55347 (Eden Prairie) - 9 mi
- 55431 (Minneapolis) - 9 mi
- 55344 (Eden Prairie) - 10 mi
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Prior Lake (MN1700007) on EPA.gov.
5 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.
Compliance History
PFAS Contamination Detected
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with ZIP code 55372.
Detected compounds: PFBA, PFHxA, PFPeA, PFBS.
Highest measured level: 0.0338 µg/L
Reverse osmosis (RO) and activated carbon block filters can reduce PFAS at the tap. Certifications list the compounds covered: an NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 claim for PFOA/PFOS does not cover every PFAS, so check that the product lists the compounds detected here.
Environmental Hazards (11) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (7) OK
Cost & Community (9) MODERATE
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Home & Flood Insurance
The ZIP code for this report in Prior Lake has 67 FEMA flood claims on record. Standard homeowner policies don't cover flood damage - make sure you're protected.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 55372 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 4 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 55372 (primary system: Prior Lake), including 2 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.
Where does 55372's water come from?
The recorded water source for Prior Lake, a system mapped to ZIP code 55372, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 25,282 people.
How does Prior Lake water compare to the national average?
Prior Lake's Home Safety Score ranks lower than 71% of U.S. ZIP codes, and lower than 78% of ZIP codes within Minnesota.
How can I get my water tested in Prior Lake?
If Prior Lake supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.
What is the radon risk for 55372?
55372 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 1 (high county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Scott County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
Are there PFAS (forever chemicals) in 55372's water?
Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 55372. Reverse osmosis and activated carbon filters certified to NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 specifically for PFOA/PFOS reduction can reduce PFAS.
What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 55372?
FEMA records contain 67 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 55372; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is A07, which is claims evidence and may differ from the current FEMA map zone for a property. This is a substantial claim history, but claim count is not a count of distinct events or properties. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Prior Lake, MN (55372): 2 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 66/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/55372/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 55372
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55378 | Savage, MN | 4.8 mi | C | 2 |
| 55306 | Burnsville, MN | 6.0 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 55379 | Shakopee, MN | 7.2 mi | C | 2 |
| 55337 | Burnsville, MN | 7.5 mi | C | 0 |
| 55044 | Lakeville, MN | 7.9 mi | C | 1 |
| 55438 | Minneapolis, MN | 8.2 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 55437 | Minneapolis, MN | 8.4 mi | C | 0 |
| 55347 | Eden Prairie, MN | 8.6 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 55431 | Minneapolis, MN | 9.5 mi | C | 0 |
| 55344 | Eden Prairie, MN | 10.2 mi | C | 0 |
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