Howard Lake
EPA ID: MN1860010 · 2,180 people served · 4 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Howard Lake (MN1860010): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Past issues aside, Howard Lake cleared all 1 violation and is compliant today, supplying 2,180 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Howard Lake Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Howard Lake serves a community with a median household income of $90,652 and an estimated 14,926 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Howard Lake'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.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Howard Lake compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
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
Howard Lake (EPA ID: MN1860010) is a community water system in Minnesota that serves approximately 2,180 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2022 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 1 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.015 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.
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.
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Howard Lake (MN1860010) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Howard Lake water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Howard Lake; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Howard Lake serve?
Howard Lake serves approximately 2,180 people across 4 ZIP codes in Minnesota.
Where does Howard Lake get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Howard Lake (MN): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mn1860010/
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What You Can Do
Test your water
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Check your specific ZIP code
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Contact your utility
Howard Lake (EPA ID: MN1860010) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.