Water System Report MN

Nashwauk

EPA ID: MN1310024 · 971 people served · 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Nashwauk (MN1310024): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Nashwauk - a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 971 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

971
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$112K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Nashwauk Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$58,278
Median Household Income
3,717
Service Area Population
18%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
76%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Nashwauk serves a community with a median household income of $58,278 and an estimated 3,717 residents across its service area. Approximately 76% 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

Nashwauk'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

60 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
11 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 85% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $400

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

Nashwauk (EPA ID: MN1310024) is a community water system in Minnesota that serves approximately 971 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

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

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

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

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free 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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Nashwauk (MN1310024) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nashwauk water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Nashwauk 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 Nashwauk serve?

Nashwauk serves approximately 971 people across 2 ZIP codes in Minnesota.

Where does Nashwauk get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Nashwauk meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Nashwauk serve?
Nashwauk serves approximately 971 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Nashwauk's water source?
Nashwauk draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Nashwauk's service area?
The Nashwauk service area has a median household income of $58,278. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Nashwauk get its water?
Nashwauk'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.

How to cite this page

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