Current Noncompliance MN

Glenwood

EPA ID: MN1610003 ยท 2,705 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Glenwood (MN1610003): 1 violation recorded with unresolved status in the SDWIS data used. In EPA records, Glenwood has 1 violation listed as unresolved, with the utility supplying water to approximately 2,705 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,705
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
1
Violations (since 2021)
Groundwater
Water Source
Below the reporting limit
Most recent lead 90th percentile on record (monitoring period ending 2024-12-31)
Zone 1
County Radon Potential ยท High
1
Contaminants Flagged
$258K
Median Home Value in ZIP Codes Served

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Demographics of ZIP Codes Served

$67,264
Median Household Income
5,791
Population of ZIP Codes Served (Census)
0%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
64%
Pre-1986 Housing

The ZIP codes associated with Glenwood have a median household income of $67,264 and about 5,791 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 64% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Glenwood's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

50 yr
Estimated pipe age (modeled from housing age)
Copper
Likely pipe material (modeled)
20 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 71% of expected lifespan used (estimate) End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Minnesota

Bayport
2,700 people
2 violations
Roseau
2,729 people
6 violations
Lexington
2,738 people
5 violations
Osseo
2,650 people
0 violations
Cokato
2,792 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Lead Pipe Replacement
Lead Pipe Replacement $3,840
Total Estimated Cost $3,840

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.

Cost of Inaction

Illustrative per-household cost scenario based on stated assumptions:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (ZipCheckup estimate)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,840 (one-time) vs. $5,000 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These estimates are for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Glenwood (EPA ID: MN1610003) is a community water system in Minnesota that serves approximately 2,705 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 56334 in Glenwood.

Violation History

1 current noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 0 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
April 1, 2022 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring & Reporting 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
Below the reporting limit No 2024-12-31

The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.

Radon Risk in Service Area

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 1.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

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 available EPA compliance records for Glenwood (MN1610003) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glenwood water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Glenwood serve?

Glenwood serves approximately 2,705 people across 1 ZIP code in Minnesota.

Where does Glenwood get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter? ▼
Given 1 recorded violation, review the violation types and dates; a filter certified for a specific contaminant of concern can reduce that contaminant at the tap. Monitoring or reporting violations are not something a filter addresses.
How many people does Glenwood serve? ▼
Glenwood serves approximately 2,705 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Glenwood's water source? ▼
Glenwood draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Glenwood's water? ▼
The reported 90th-percentile lead result is below the laboratory reporting limit, not a measured zero; EPA's health goal for lead is zero. This is at or below the EPA lead action level, which triggers system action and is not a safe level; the EPA health goal for lead is zero.
What is the demographic profile of the ZIP codes associated with Glenwood? ▼
The ZIP codes mapped to Glenwood have a median household income of $67,264 (Census ZIP-code estimate). Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Glenwood get its water? ▼
Glenwood's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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. Based on the available data, the modeled source-contamination category is moderate; test local water to assess actual exposure.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Glenwood (MN): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mn1610003/
BibTeX
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  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Glenwood (EPA ID: MN1610003) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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