Carlton
EPA ID: MN1090003 · 1,146 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Carlton (MN1090003): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Compared to the national average for mid-size utilities, Carlton sits well above the baseline - five years of EPA monitoring show no violations, no MCL exceedances, and no enforcement actions for the full service territory of 1,146 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Carlton Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Carlton serves a community with a median household income of $82,424 and an estimated 20,548 residents across its service area. Approximately 64% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Carlton'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.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).
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
Carlton (EPA ID: MN1090003) is a community water system in Minnesota that serves approximately 1,146 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.005 mg/L | No | N/A |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
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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.
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Carlton (MN1090003) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Carlton water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Carlton 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 Carlton serve?
Carlton serves approximately 1,146 people across 2 ZIP codes in Minnesota.
Where does Carlton get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Carlton Water Quality Report, MN. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mn1090003/
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