55718
Carlton, MN
Carlton County · Duluth, MN-WI metro area
796601 (WQP)

Is Carlton 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:
  • Twin Lakes, MN
  • Blackhoof, MN
  • Atkinson, MN
Neighborhood:
  • Carlton

The short answer for Carlton

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

The health risk for Carlton

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

No specific notes available.

Perfluorooctanoic acid concentration (ng/L) August 2024
0 ng/L 4 ng/L 10 ng/L
3.570 ng/L
Detected
ng/L
4 ng/L
EPA limit
guideline
89% of limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 4 ng/L | Your water: 3.570 ng/L
Recommended Filters for Carlton Tap Water

Certified filtration options for common tap-water contaminants.

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Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Perfluorooctanoic acid
Tested: August 2024 · 796601
3.570 ng/L 4 ng/L 89% of limit
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796601 · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Perfluorooctanoic acid 3.570 ng/L 4 ng/L 89% of limit
Perfluorobutanesulfonic acid 1.610 ng/L 3 ng/L 54% of limit
Perfluoroheptanoic acid 0.596 ng/L 3 ng/L 20% of limit
Perfluorohexanesulfonic acid 1.780 ng/L 10 ng/L 18% of limit
Perfluorononanoic acid 0.905 ng/L 10 ng/L 9% of limit
Perfluorodecanoic acid 0.257 ng/L 3 ng/L 9% of limit
Chromium 1.630 µg/L 100 µg/L 2% of limit
Copper 12.600 µg/L 1300 µg/L 1.0% of limit
Nitrate + Nitrite 2.800 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 0.0% of limit
Perfluorohexanoic acid 0.707 ng/L 3000 ng/L 0.0% of limit
4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol 17.900 ng/L
Alkalinity, total 227.000 mg/L
Barium 112.000 µg/L
Boron 25.200 µg/L
Bromide 0.026 mg/L
Cadmium 0.150 µg/L
Calcium 70.000 mg/L
Carbamazepine 1.390 ng/L
Chloride 172.000 mg/L
Cobalt 2.110 µg/L
Fluoxetine 0.243 ng/L
Kjeldahl nitrogen 0.100 mg/L
Magnesium 17.300 mg/L
N,N-Diethyl-m-toluamide 6.730 ng/L
Nickel 3.720 µg/L
Organic carbon 2.900 mg/L
Perfluorobutanoate 1.370 ng/L
Perfluorooctane sulfonic acid 4.220 ng/L
Perfluorovaleric acid 0.509 ng/L
Phosphorus 0.009 mg/L
Potassium 1.490 mg/L
Sodium 26.700 mg/L
Strontium 107.000 µg/L
Sulfamethoxazole 0.691 ng/L
Sulfate 10.500 mg/L
Tributyl phosphate 0.907 ng/L
Triethyl phosphate 7.020 ng/L
Triphenyl phosphate 0.554 ng/L
Tripropyl phosphate 0.317 ng/L
Tris(1-chloro-2-propyl) pho... 16.000 ng/L
Tris(2-butoxyethyl) phosphate 35.700 ng/L
Tris(2-chloroethyl) phosphate 1.050 ng/L
Tris(2-ethylhexyl) phosphate 0.363 ng/L
Virginiamycin M1 1.220 ng/L

Water utilities serving ZIP 55718

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 55718 Tap Water

What's in ZIP 55718 tap water?

Recent public test data for ZIP 55718 is limited. Check your local utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current information.

Who provides tap water in ZIP 55718?

Public records identify 796601 (WQP) as a primary water system associated with ZIP 55718. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 55718 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 55718?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact 796601 (WQP) or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 55718. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.

Do I still need a water filter in ZIP 55718?

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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