Water System Report MN

Twin Valley

EPA ID: MN1540008 · 707 people served · 1 ZIP code

Unlike many utilities its size, Twin Valley carries a violation-free five-year record — no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 707 people.

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

C · 62
Avg Safety Score
707
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$126K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Twin Valley Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$70,398
Median Household Income
1,360
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
77%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Twin Valley serves a community with a median household income of $70,398 and an estimated 1,360 residents across its service area. Approximately 77% 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

Twin Valley'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Infrastructure Risk

63 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
2 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 97% 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 Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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

Twin Valley (EPA ID: MN1540008) is a community water system in Minnesota that serves approximately 707 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 56584 in Twin Valley.

Average Home Safety Score: C (62/100)

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

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Twin Valley (MN1540008) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Twin Valley water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Twin Valley serve?

Twin Valley serves approximately 707 people across 1 ZIP code in Minnesota.

Where does Twin Valley get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Contact Your Water Utility

Public-record contact information for the water utility serving this system. Use these channels to request water quality reports, ask about service, or report issues directly.

Phone
218-766-3052
ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility, does not act as its agent, and does not provide customer support for it. Contact details shown are public-record information from CCR filings. For service issues, contact the utility directly using the information above.

Contact information from TWIN VALLEY Consumer Confidence Report.

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility, does not act as its agent, and does not provide customer support for it. Contact details shown are public-record information from CCR filings. For service issues, contact the utility directly using the information above.

Water Source & Treatment

Where this water originates and how it's treated before reaching your tap.

Source
Groundwater
Drawn from underground aquifers via wells.

Source: TWIN VALLEY Consumer Confidence Report.

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility. Treatment and source data are sourced from the utility's published CCR filings.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

0
Confirmed Lead
32
Galvanized — Replacement Required
83
Unknown Material
267
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: 707
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 Twin Valley safe to drink?
Twin Valley 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?
Twin Valley meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Twin Valley serve?
Twin Valley serves approximately 707 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Twin Valley's water source?
Twin Valley draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Twin Valley's service area?
The Twin Valley service area has a median household income of $70,398. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Twin Valley get its water?
Twin Valley'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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Twin Valley (EPA ID: MN1540008) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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