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Sauk Rapids, MN
Sauk Rapids

Is Sauk Rapids tap water safe to drink?

Higher concern
Last tested: February 2024
Action Advised
Source: Official EPA UCMR5 federal monitoring data | Last tested February 2024

Can you drink the tap water in Sauk Rapids?

Sauk Rapids tap water has 11 contaminants above EPA guidelines, including PFBS at 3,0× the limit (tested February 2024). See the full compound-by-compound breakdown and filter recommendations.

Recommended for Sauk Rapids tap water
Water filter for Sauk Rapids tap water: Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
Pitcher filter
Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
NSF-certified dual-layer filtration reduces 70+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, chlorine, microplastics, and bacteria.
Contaminants above EPA limits detected in Sauk Rapids. Fastest way to reduce exposure.
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The health risk for Sauk Rapids

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.
  • PFBS, PFHpA, PFHxS, PFOA, PFOS, PFPeA above limit.
PFBS concentration (µg/L) February 2024
0 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 0.01 µg/L
0.009 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
0.003 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
203% above limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 0.003 µg/L | Your water: 0.009 µg/L
Certified Filters for Sauk Rapids Tap Water

PFBS (a PFAS 'forever chemical') was detected above EPA limits. These filters are independently certified to reduce common drinking-water contaminants.

Water filter recommendation for Sauk Rapids tap water: Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
Pitcher filter
Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
NSF-certified dual-layer filtration reduces 70+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, chlorine, microplastics, and bacteria.
Best for renters or quick setup. No installation needed.
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Water filter recommendation for Sauk Rapids tap water: Waterdrop G3P600 Reverse Osmosis System
Under-sink RO system
Waterdrop G3P600 Reverse Osmosis System
8-stage tankless RO system certified to NSF/ANSI 58, reduces 1,000+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, arsenic, fluoride, and nitrates.
Best for homeowners. Heavy-duty filtration for long-term protection.
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Most elevated compounds
Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFBS
Tested: February 2024 · Well #2 Entry Point		 0.009 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 203% above limit
PFHxS
Tested: February 2024 · Well #3 Entry Point		 0.030 µg/L 0.01 µg/L 203% above limit
PFOS
Tested: February 2024 · Well #2 Entry Point		 0.012 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 200% above limit
PFOA
Tested: February 2024 · Well #2 Entry Point		 0.008 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 102% above limit
PFPeA
Tested: February 2024 · Well #2 Entry Point		 0.006 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 100% above limit
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Well #2 Entry Point · Tested: February 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFBS 0.009 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 203% above limit
PFOS 0.012 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 200% above limit
PFOA 0.008 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 102% above limit
PFPeA 0.006 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 100% above limit
PFHxS 0.018 µg/L 0.01 µg/L 77% above limit
PFHpA 0.004 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 20% above limit
PFHxA 0.007 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.2% of limit
PFBA 0.015 µg/L 6 µg/L 0.2% of limit
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 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
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
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <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

Well #3 Entry Point · Tested: February 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFHxS 0.030 µg/L 0.01 µg/L 203% above limit
PFBS 0.006 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 87% above limit
PFOA 0.005 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 32% above limit
PFOS 0.005 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 22% above limit
PFHxA 0.005 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.2% of limit
PFBA 0.008 µg/L 6 µg/L 0.1% of limit
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 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
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
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
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

TREATMENT PLANT · Tested: February 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFBS 0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 3% above limit
PFBA 0.006 µg/L 6 µg/L 0.1% of limit
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 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
PFHxS <0.003 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
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
Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025)
Guideline source EPA drinking water standard (PFHxS: 0,01 µg/L)
Last tested February 2024
Last page update 2026-03-31

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