Columbus
EPA ID: MN1020043 · 123 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Columbus (MN1020043): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. For the full five-year period covered by EPA monitoring, Columbus has supplied tap water to 123 residents with no violations of any type on record.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Columbus Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Columbus serves a community with a median household income of $95,993 and an estimated 25,759 residents across its service area. Approximately 47% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Columbus's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Minnesota
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.
System Overview
Columbus (EPA ID: MN1020043) is a community water system in Minnesota that serves approximately 123 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 55025 in Forest Lake.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0 mg/L | No | N/A |
The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by MN or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.
- 55025 - Forest Lake
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Columbus (MN1020043) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Columbus water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Columbus in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does Columbus serve?
Columbus serves approximately 123 people across 1 ZIP code in Minnesota.
Where does Columbus get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Columbus Water Quality Report, MN. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mn1020043/
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