Perham, MN (56573): High Radon Potential Area
EPA data for Perham
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 56573 in Perham, MN contain zero recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026. This does not establish that every category was monitored or published, and it does not cover events outside that source window.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water No drinking-water violations in EPA records since 2021.
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.003 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- Radon EPA Zone 1 - highest county-level potential. This is not a home measurement; test before any threshold comparison.
- Flood 47 cumulative NFIP claim records. Check the current FEMA map for a specific address.
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Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: Score unavailable
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Coverage: 3 of 4 components and 2 of 3 domains observed.
Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.
Safety & Health (7) HIGH
Your Water System
ZIP code 56573 in Perham, Minnesota is mapped to the water system Perham (EPA ID: MN1560023). This system provides water to approximately 3,421 people from groundwater sources.
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
- 56567 (New York Mills) - 9 mi
- 56528 (Dent) - 9 mi
- 56544 (Frazee) - 11 mi
- 56587 (Vergas) - 11 mi
- 56571 (Ottertail) - 13 mi
- 56576 (Richville) - 15 mi
- 56593 (Wolf Lake) - 18 mi
- 56518 (Bluffton) - 19 mi
- 56527 (Deer Creek) - 19 mi
- 56501 (Detroit Lakes) - 19 mi
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Perham (MN1560023) on EPA.gov.
4 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.
UCMR 5 PFAS monitoring: no reportable detections in available records
Available federal UCMR5 records for water systems mapped to ZIP code 56573 show no PFAS detections among the compounds tested, at the program's reporting levels.
The EPA Fifth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5) required community and non-transient non-community water systems serving 3,300 or more people to test for 29 PFAS compounds and lithium between 2023 and 2025. Systems with no detections at the federal minimum reporting level had no results at or above that reporting level.
Environmental Hazards (11) HIGH
Home & Infrastructure (7) OK
Cost & Community (9) HIGH
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
Protect Your Home in Perham
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Home & Flood Insurance
The ZIP code for this report in Perham has 47 FEMA flood claims on record. Standard homeowner policies don't cover flood damage - make sure you're protected.
Typical cost: Flood insurance: premiums vary by property and flood zone; request a quote
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Gutter Installation & Repair
The median home in 56573 was built around 1986. Aging gutters can cause foundation damage, basement flooding, and mold - a professional assessment can prevent costly repairs.
Typical cost: Gutter installation: typically $1,000–$2,500 for a standard home
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 56573 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 0 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 56573 (primary system: Perham), including 0 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 56573's water come from?
The recorded water source for Perham, a system mapped to ZIP code 56573, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 3,421 people.
How can I get my water tested in Perham?
If Perham 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.
Is lead a concern in 56573 tap water?
The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 56573 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.003 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2023-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.
What is the radon risk for 56573?
56573 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 1 (high county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Otter Tail County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 56573?
FEMA records contain 47 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 56573; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is X, which is claims evidence and may differ from the current FEMA map zone for a property. Claim records do not establish current property risk. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Perham, MN (56573): High Radon Potential Area. https://zipcheckup.com/report/56573/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 56573
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56567 | New York Mills, MN | 9.0 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 56528 | Dent, MN | 9.3 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 56544 | Frazee, MN | 11.0 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 56587 | Vergas, MN | 11.1 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 56571 | Ottertail, MN | 12.9 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 56576 | Richville, MN | 14.9 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 56593 | Wolf Lake, MN | 17.6 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 56518 | Bluffton, MN | 18.7 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 56527 | Deer Creek, MN | 19.2 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 56501 | Detroit Lakes, MN | 19.4 mi | N/A | 0 |
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