Water System Report MN

Vesta

EPA ID: MN1640012 · 319 people served · 2 ZIP codes

For the full five-year period covered by EPA monitoring, Vesta has supplied tap water to 319 residents with no violations of any type on record.

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

D · 48
Avg Safety Score
319
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$112K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$75,703
Median Household Income
685
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
89%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Vesta serves a community with a median household income of $75,703 and an estimated 685 residents across its service area. Approximately 89% 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

Vesta'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
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

73 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 100% 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 $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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

Vesta (EPA ID: MN1640012) is a community water system in Minnesota that serves approximately 319 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (48/100)

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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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 Vesta (MN1640012) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vesta water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Vesta serve?

Vesta serves approximately 319 people across 2 ZIP codes in Minnesota.

Where does Vesta 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:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
140
Unknown Material
27
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 319
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 Vesta safe to drink?
Vesta has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Vesta meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Vesta serve?
Vesta serves approximately 319 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Vesta's water source?
Vesta draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Vesta's service area?
The Vesta service area has a median household income of $75,703. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Vesta get its water?
Vesta'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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Vesta (EPA ID: MN1640012) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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