55422
Golden Valley, MN
Hennepin County · Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro area
GOLDEN VALLEY

Is tap water in Glenwood Junction (55422) safe to drink?

Higher concern
Last tested: February 2025
Source: EPA UCMR5 utility monitoring plus EPA Water Quality Portal well sampling (mapped to nearest ZIP). Last tested February 2025.
Cities:
Community:
  • Minneapolis, MN
Neighborhoods:
  • Glenwood Junction
  • Phillips

The short answer for Glenwood Junction (55422)

Golden Valley tap water has 5 contaminants above EPA guidelines, including Perfluorohexanesulfonic acid at 1.3× the limit (tested June 2024). See the full compound-by-compound breakdown and filter recommendations.

The health risk for Golden Valley

PFAS ('forever chemicals') have been detected above EPA limits in this water system's most recent tests. These synthetic chemicals do not break down in the body and are linked to a range of health effects. A certified filter is strongly recommended.
  • lithium, PFHxS above limit.
Perfluorohexanesulfonic acid concentration (ng/L) June 2024
0 ng/L 10 ng/L 20 ng/L
12.600 ng/L
Detected
ng/L
10 ng/L
EPA limit
guideline
26% above limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 10 ng/L | Your water: 12.600 ng/L
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Most elevated compounds
Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Perfluorohexanesulfonic acid
Tested: June 2024 · 450122093193801		 12.600 ng/L 10 ng/L 26% above limit
Perfluorobutanesulfonic acid
Tested: June 2024 · 450122093193801		 3.620 ng/L 3 ng/L 21% above limit
Perfluorooctanoic acid
Tested: June 2024 · 450122093193801		 4.380 ng/L 4 ng/L 9% above limit
PFHxS
Tested: December 2023 · Treatment Plant #4		 0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 7% above limit
lithium
Tested: December 2023 · Treatment Plant #4		 10.700 µg/L 10 µg/L 7% above limit
View all tested compounds

450122093193801 · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Perfluorohexanesulfonic acid 12.600 ng/L 10 ng/L 26% above limit
Perfluorobutanesulfonic acid 3.620 ng/L 3 ng/L 21% above limit
Perfluorooctanoic acid 4.380 ng/L 4 ng/L 9% above limit
Perfluoroheptanoic acid 1.670 ng/L 3 ng/L 56% of limit
Perfluoropentanesulfonic acid 1.730 ng/L 4 ng/L 43% of limit
Perfluorodecanoic acid 0.384 ng/L 3 ng/L 13% of limit
Perfluorononanoic acid 0.518 ng/L 10 ng/L 5% of limit
Copper 16.000 µg/L 1300 µg/L 1% of limit
Chromium 1.030 µg/L 100 µg/L 1% of limit
Perfluorohexanoic acid 4.780 ng/L 3000 ng/L 0.2% of limit
1-Heptanesulfonic acid, 1,1... 0.639 ng/L — —
Alkalinity, total 453.000 mg/L — —
Ammonia-nitrogen 0.860 mg/L — —
Barium 186.000 µg/L — —
Benzoylecgonine hydrate 0.838 ng/L — —
Boron 57.900 µg/L — —
Bromide 0.141 mg/L — —
Calcium 190.000 mg/L — —
Chloride 314.000 mg/L — —
Cotinine 0.423 ng/L — —
Fluoride 0.200 mg/L — —
FtS 6:2 ion 2.020 ng/L — —
Hydroxy-ibuprofen, 2- 11.500 ng/L — —
Iron 1120.000 µg/L — —
Kjeldahl nitrogen 1.340 mg/L — —
Magnesium 24.000 mg/L — —
Manganese 1420.000 µg/L — —
Metformin 0.948 ng/L — —
Molybdenum 1.520 µg/L — —
N,N-Diethyl-m-toluamide 35.500 ng/L — —
Nickel 2.580 µg/L — —
Organic carbon 6.800 mg/L — —
Perfluorobutanesulfonate 2.850 ng/L — —
Perfluorobutanoate 17.600 ng/L — —
Perfluoroheptanesulfonate 0.621 ng/L — —
Perfluorohexanesulfonate 7.490 ng/L — —
Perfluorooctane sulfonic acid 54.500 ng/L — —
PFOS 43.700 ng/L — —
Perfluoropentanesulfonate 1.540 ng/L — —
Perfluorovaleric acid 4.890 ng/L — —
Phosphorus 0.107 mg/L — —
Potassium 3.540 mg/L — —
Sodium 165.000 mg/L — —
Strontium 279.000 µg/L — —
Sulfate 61.500 mg/L — —
Tributyl phosphate 19.200 ng/L — —
Triethyl phosphate 16.600 ng/L — —
Triphenyl phosphate 0.767 ng/L — —
Tris(1-chloro-2-propyl) pho... 198.000 ng/L — —
Tris(2-butoxyethyl) phosphate 107.000 ng/L — —
Tris(2-chloroethyl) phosphate 7.030 ng/L — —
Vanadium 2.250 µg/L — —

Treatment Plant #4 · Tested: December 2023

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFHxS 0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 7% above limit
lithium 10.700 µg/L 10 µg/L 7% above limit
PFBA 0.020 µg/L 6 µg/L 0.3% of limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFHxA <0.003 µg/L 3 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFBS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOA <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFOS <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFPeA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

Interconnect - Minneapolis · Tested: February 2025

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFBA 0.009 µg/L 6 µg/L 0.2% of limit
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 µg/L Below limit
PFHxS <0.003 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFHxA <0.003 µg/L 3 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFBS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOA <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFOS <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFPeA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

Water utilities serving ZIP 55422

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.

Frequently Asked Questions about ZIP 55422 Tap Water

What contaminants are above EPA limits in ZIP 55422?

ZIP 55422 has 5 contaminants above EPA health guidelines in the latest available data, including Perfluorohexanesulfonic acid at 1.3x the EPA guideline. The full table on this page lists every tested compound and its measured level.

Will boiling ZIP 55422 tap water remove Perfluorohexanesulfonic acid?

Boiling tap water can kill many pathogens, but it does not remove most chemical contaminants tracked in EPA monitoring. Several dissolved contaminants can even concentrate as water evaporates. For the chemical contaminants reported in ZIP 55422, a certified filter is more reliable.

Do basic pitcher filters remove Perfluorohexanesulfonic acid?

Basic pitcher filters are typically rated for chlorine, taste, and odor (NSF/ANSI 42), not for the broader list of contaminants tracked in EPA monitoring. Match the certification (NSF/ANSI 42, 53, 58, or P473) to the specific compounds listed in this report before assuming a filter helps.

Who provides tap water in ZIP 55422?

Public records identify GOLDEN VALLEY as a primary water system associated with ZIP 55422. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 55422 tap water last tested?

The most recent test date used in this report is February 2025. EnviroClarity last refreshed this page on 2026-05-05.

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 55422?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact GOLDEN VALLEY or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 55422. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.

Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025) + EPA WQP (well monitoring near ZIP)
Guideline source EPA drinking water standard (PFHxS: 0,004 µg/L)
Last tested February 2025
Last page update 2026-05-05

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