Water System Report MN

Spicer

EPA ID: MN1340010 · 1,225 people served · 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Spicer (MN1340010): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring records confirm Spicer has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window - covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 1,225 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,225
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$203K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$75,938
Median Household Income
30,423
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
61%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Spicer serves a community with a median household income of $75,938 and an estimated 30,423 residents across its service area. Approximately 61% 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

Spicer'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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 69% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,600
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,800

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

Spicer (EPA ID: MN1340010) is a community water system in Minnesota that serves approximately 1,225 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 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 1 (High Risk)

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

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

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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 Spicer (MN1340010) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spicer water safe to drink?

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

Spicer serves approximately 1,225 people across 3 ZIP codes in Minnesota.

Where does Spicer get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Spicer meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Spicer serve?
Spicer serves approximately 1,225 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Spicer's water source?
Spicer draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Spicer's service area?
The Spicer service area has a median household income of $75,938. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Spicer get its water?
Spicer'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.

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