Water System Report MN

Maple Plain

EPA ID: MN1270021 · 2,174 people served · 16 ZIP codes

Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, Maple Plain kept a clean EPA record — five years, no issues, 2,174 people served.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

C · 61
Avg Safety Score
2,174
People Served
16
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Maple Plain Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$129,508
Median Household Income
20,705
Service Area Population
16%
Disadvantaged Population
29th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
51%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Maple Plain serves a community with a median household income of $129,508 and an estimated 20,705 residents across its service area. Approximately 51% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Maple Plain'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
39th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
74th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Wright County, Minnesota rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 74th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Minnesota

Howard Lake
2,180 people
F 1 violation
Aitkin
2,165 people
B 0 violations
Rice
2,161 people
C 0 violations
Tracy
2,154 people
B 0 violations
Maple Lake
2,215 people
B 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $188
Total Estimated Cost $1,388

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

Maple Plain (EPA ID: MN1270021) is a community water system in Minnesota that serves approximately 2,174 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 16 ZIP codes across 6 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (61/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
55348 0.001 mg/L No N/A
55359 0.001 mg/L No N/A
55393 0.001 mg/L No N/A
55570 0.001 mg/L No N/A
55571 0.001 mg/L No N/A
55574 0.001 mg/L No N/A
55576 0.001 mg/L No N/A
55578 0.001 mg/L No N/A
55579 0.001 mg/L No N/A
55592 0.001 mg/L No N/A
55593 0.001 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 3 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 13 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Maple Plain (MN1270021) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maple Plain water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Maple Plain has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Maple Plain serve?

Maple Plain serves approximately 2,174 people across 16 ZIP codes in Minnesota.

Where does Maple Plain get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

9
Confirmed Lead
13
Galvanized — Replacement Required
326
Unknown Material
273
Confirmed Non-Lead

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,174
Reported to Minnesota

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Maple Plain safe to drink?
Maple Plain has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Maple Plain meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Maple Plain serve?
Maple Plain serves approximately 2,174 people with drinking water across 16 ZIP codes.
What is Maple Plain's water source?
Maple Plain draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Maple Plain's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Maple Plain's service area?
The Maple Plain service area has a median household income of $129,508. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Maple Plain get its water?
Maple Plain'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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