Albert Lea
Is Albert Lea tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Albert Lea scores 86/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Albert Lea. We found 7 total violations (7 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
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Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Albert Lea?
Expert Advice
Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.
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Baby Formula Safety
Guidance on preparing infant formula using municipal tap water in Albert Lea.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Municipal water quality in Albert Lea directly influences pipe corrosion rates and home filtration needs. The high safety score (86/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.
Health & Family Safety
Residents should monitor Copper (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Albert Lea
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Albert Lea.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Albert Lea tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Albert Lea scores 86/100.
How many water systems serve Albert Lea?
Albert Lea is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Albert Lea?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Albert Lea.
What is the water quality score for Albert Lea?
The water quality score for Albert Lea is 86 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 1 system serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Albert Lea?
The top contaminants detected in Albert Lea include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Albert Lea Water Quality Summary
Albert Lea, MN receives a water quality score of 86/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.
Albert Lea's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.
Albert Lea's score of 86 is 1 point below the Minnesota state average of 87, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Minnesota water quality rankings report →
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