56580
Baker, MN
Clay County · Fargo, ND-MN metro area
437602 (WQP)

Is Baker tap water safe to drink?

No recent data
Last tested: Unknown
No Data
Source: EPA UCMR5 utility monitoring plus EPA Water Quality Portal well sampling (mapped to nearest ZIP). Last tested Unknown.
Townships:
  • Elmwood, MN
  • Alliance, MN
  • Elkton, MN
  • Glyndon, MN

The short answer for Baker

Recent public test data for Baker is limited. Check local utility reports and monitor updated EPA records for the latest water quality information.

The health risk for Baker

No recent contaminant testing data is currently available for this water system in the source dataset.

No specific notes available.

Lithium concentration (µg/L) August 2024
0 µg/L 10 µg/L 100 µg/L
74.900 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
10 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
649% above limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 10 µg/L | Your water: 74.900 µg/L
Recommended Filters for Baker Tap Water

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Most elevated compounds
Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Lithium
Tested: August 2024 · 437602
74.900 µg/L 10 µg/L 649% above limit
Arsenic
Tested: August 2024 · 437602
48.600 µg/L 10 µg/L 386% above limit
View all tested compounds

437602 · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Lithium 74.900 µg/L 10 µg/L 649% above limit
Arsenic 48.600 µg/L 10 µg/L 386% above limit
Perfluoroheptanoic acid 0.755 ng/L 3 ng/L 25% of limit
Perfluoropentanesulfonic acid 0.625 ng/L 4 ng/L 16% of limit
Perfluorobutanesulfonic acid 0.132 ng/L 3 ng/L 4% of limit
Perfluorohexanoic acid 2.060 ng/L 3000 ng/L 0.1% of limit
Alkalinity, total 400.000 mg/L
Ammonia-nitrogen 0.650 mg/L
Barium 15.200 µg/L
Boron 91.900 µg/L
Bromide 0.263 mg/L
Calcium 160.000 mg/L
Chloride 251.680 mg/L
Fluoride 0.240 mg/L
Iron 2230.000 µg/L
Kjeldahl nitrogen 0.830 mg/L
Magnesium 101.000 mg/L
Manganese 637.000 µg/L
Molybdenum 4.040 µg/L
Nickel 3.980 µg/L
Organic carbon 2.700 mg/L
Perfluorovaleric acid 1.360 ng/L
Phosphorus 0.054 mg/L
Potassium 22.100 mg/L
Sodium 115.000 mg/L
Strontium 1460.000 µg/L
Sulfate 1290.000 mg/L
Tributyl phosphate 1.350 ng/L
Triethyl phosphate 4.340 ng/L
Triphenyl phosphate 101.000 ng/L
Tripropyl phosphate 0.242 ng/L
Tris(1-chloro-2-propyl) pho... 4.250 ng/L
Tris(2-butoxyethyl) phosphate 51.000 ng/L
Tris(2-chloroethyl) phosphate 0.933 ng/L
Zinc 57.000 µg/L

Water utilities serving ZIP 56580

Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.

Modeled boundaries are shown with a dashed outline. Outlines appear when service-area boundary data is available for this ZIP.

Frequently Asked Questions about ZIP 56580 Tap Water

What's in ZIP 56580 tap water?

Recent public test data for ZIP 56580 is limited. Check your local utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current information.

Who provides tap water in ZIP 56580?

Public records identify 437602 (WQP) as a primary water system associated with ZIP 56580. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 56580 tap water last tested?

The most recent test date used in this report is Unknown. EnviroClarity last refreshed this page on 2026-05-05.

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 56580?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact 437602 (WQP) or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 56580. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.

Do I still need a water filter in ZIP 56580?

Even when EPA-tracked compounds are within limits, some households use a certified filter for taste, odor, or to add a margin against trace contaminants below the reporting limit. Match any filter's certifications (NSF/ANSI 42, 53, 58, or P473) to the specific compounds you care about.

Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025) + EPA WQP (well monitoring near ZIP)
Guideline source EPA PFAS drinking water standard (PFOA/PFOS: 0.004 µg/L, effective 2024, compliance by 2031)
Last tested Unknown
Last page update 2026-05-05

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