56571
Ottertail, MN
Otter Tail County · Fergus Falls, MN metro area
OTTERTAIL

Is Ottertail 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:
  • Leaf Lake, MN
  • Otter Tail, MN
  • Rush Lake, MN
  • Otto, MN
Neighborhood:
  • Ottertail

The short answer for Ottertail

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

The health risk for Ottertail

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

No specific notes available.

Arsenic concentration (µg/L) May 2023
0 µg/L 10 µg/L 50 µg/L
22.100 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
10 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
121% above limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 10 µg/L | Your water: 22.100 µg/L
Recommended Filters for Ottertail Tap Water

Certified filtration options for common tap-water contaminants.

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Most elevated compounds
Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Arsenic
Tested: May 2023 · 623617
22.100 µg/L 10 µg/L 121% above limit
View all tested compounds

623617 · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Arsenic 22.100 µg/L 10 µg/L 121% above limit
Lithium 5.580 µg/L 10 µg/L 56% of limit
Nitrate + Nitrite 24.600 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 0.2% of limit
4-Hydroxychlorothalonil 2360.000 ng/L
Alachlor ESA 55.100 ng/L
Alkalinity, total 221.000 mg/L
Aluminum 2.730 µg/L
Barium 139.000 µg/L
Bentazon 45.800 ng/L
Bentazon AIBA 14.300 ng/L
Boron 16.900 µg/L
Bromide 0.025 mg/L
Calcium 66.800 mg/L
Chloride 35.500 mg/L
Clothianidin 2640.000 ng/L
Deuterium, delta -84.808 0/00
Fluoride 0.200 mg/L
Imazamox 24.100 ng/L
Imidacloprid 45.600 ng/L
Iron 4.640 mg/L
Magnesium 24.900 mg/L
Manganese 133.000 µg/L
Metolachlor 32.400 ng/L
Metolachlor ESA 2030.000 ng/L
Metolachlor OA 555.000 ng/L
Metribuzin 140.000 ng/L
Metribuzin DA 165.000 ng/L
Metribuzin DADK 879.000 ng/L
Oxidation reduction potenti... -167.000 mV
Oxygen Delta 18 -10.908 0/00
Phosphorus 0.156 mg/L
Potassium 2.460 mg/L
Pyroxasulfone M1 168.000 ng/L
Rubidium 0.236 µg/L
Sodium 3.380 mg/L
Strontium 208.000 µg/L
Sulfate 22.400 mg/L
Thiamethoxam 1190.000 ng/L
Tritium 1.000 T.U.
Zinc 13.300 µg/L

Water utilities serving ZIP 56571

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 56571 Tap Water

What's in ZIP 56571 tap water?

Recent public test data for ZIP 56571 is limited. Check your local utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current information.

Who provides tap water in ZIP 56571?

Public records identify OTTERTAIL as a primary water system associated with ZIP 56571. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 56571 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 56571?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact OTTERTAIL or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 56571. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.

Do I still need a water filter in ZIP 56571?

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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    Data reflects publicly reported utility records from EPA datasets and local utility disclosures. This information is educational and not medical advice.