56479
Staples, MN
Todd County
632545 (WQP)

Is Staples 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:
  • Thomastown, MN
  • Bullard, MN
  • Byron, MN
  • Poplar, MN
  • Villard, MN
  • Ansel, MN
  • Moran, MN
Neighborhoods:
  • Pine Ridge Trailer Court
  • Staples

The short answer for Staples

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

The health risk for Staples

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

No specific notes available.

Nitrate + Nitrite concentration (mg/L) October 2024
0 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 2E+04 mg/L
8.290 mg/L
Detected
mg/L
1E+04 mg/L
EPA limit
guideline
0.1% of limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 1E+04 mg/L | Your water: 8.290 mg/L
Recommended Filters for Staples Tap Water

Certified filtration options for common tap-water contaminants.

Water filter recommendation for Staples tap water: Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
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Most elevated compounds

No compounds above or close to EPA limits in available data.

View all tested compounds

632545 · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Nitrate + Nitrite 8.290 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 0.1% of limit
2-Hydroxyatrazine 30.700 ng/L
4-Hydroxychlorothalonil 16300.000 ng/L
Acetochlor OA 42.400 ng/L
Acifluorfen 99.600 ng/L
Alachlor OA 41.300 ng/L
Bentazon 2550.000 ng/L
Bentazon AIBA 34.800 ng/L
Bromide 0.017 mg/L
Chloride 61.500 mg/L
Clothianidin 3340.000 ng/L
Dimethenamid 133.000 ng/L
Dimethenamid ESA 26.400 ng/L
Dimethenamid OA 3760.000 ng/L
Fomesafen 15900.000 ng/L
Halosulfuron-methyl 42.700 ng/L
Imidacloprid 258.000 ng/L
Metalaxyl 55.000 ng/L
Metolachlor 124.000 ng/L
Metolachlor ESA 202.000 ng/L
Metolachlor OA 15.300 ng/L
Metribuzin 139.000 ng/L
Metribuzin DA 101.000 ng/L
Metribuzin DADK 521.000 ng/L
Pyroxasulfone M1 560.000 ng/L
Pyroxasulfone M3 44.900 ng/L
Saflufenacil 15.400 ng/L
Thiamethoxam 2960.000 ng/L

Water utilities serving ZIP 56479

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 56479 Tap Water

What's in ZIP 56479 tap water?

Recent public test data for ZIP 56479 is limited. Check your local utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current information.

Who provides tap water in ZIP 56479?

Public records identify 632545 (WQP) as a primary water system associated with ZIP 56479. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 56479 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 56479?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact 632545 (WQP) or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 56479. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.

Do I still need a water filter in ZIP 56479?

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.