Birchwood
EPA ID: MN1820003 · 864 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Birchwood (MN1820003): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Over five tracked years, Birchwood has stayed completely violation-free for its 864 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Birchwood Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Birchwood serves a community with a median household income of $132,796 and an estimated 8,926 residents across its service area. Approximately 48% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Birchwood'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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Minnesota
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Birchwood (EPA ID: MN1820003) is a community water system in Minnesota that serves approximately 864 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 55115 in Saint Paul.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.002 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.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree 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.
- 55115 - Saint Paul
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Birchwood (MN1820003) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Birchwood water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Birchwood 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 Birchwood serve?
Birchwood serves approximately 864 people across 1 ZIP code in Minnesota.
Where does Birchwood get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Birchwood Water Quality Report, MN. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mn1820003/
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