55746
Hibbing, MN
St. Louis County · Duluth, MN-WI metro area
HIBBING

Is tap water in Lavell (55746) safe to drink?

Some concern
Last tested: September 2024
Source: EPA UCMR5 utility monitoring plus EPA Water Quality Portal well sampling (mapped to nearest ZIP). Last tested September 2024.
Townships:
  • Lavell, MN
  • Janette Lake UT, MN
  • McCormack UT, MN
  • Goodland, MN
Neighborhood:
  • Hibbing

The short answer for Lavell (55746)

Hibbing tap water has 2 detected contaminants, currently below EPA limits (tested September 2023). Lithium measured closest to the threshold. See the full compound-by-compound report.

The health risk for Hibbing

Lithium was detected in local water tests, currently below EPA limits. Even below-limit detections can still be meaningful for sensitive households, so a targeted certified filter can add protection.
  • PFAS or other chemicals detected; no confirmed exceedances in multiple samples.
Lithium concentration (µg/L) September 2023
0 µg/L 10 µg/L 20 µg/L
2.950 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
10 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
30% of limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 10 µg/L | Your water: 2.950 µg/L
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Most elevated compounds

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

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624588 · Tested: September 2023

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Lithium 2.950 µg/L 10 µg/L 30% of limit
Arsenic 1.940 µg/L 10 µg/L 19% of limit
Alkalinity, total 155.000 mg/L — —
Aluminum 9.190 µg/L — —
Barium 37.200 µg/L — —
Boron 13.900 µg/L — —
Bromide 0.009 mg/L — —
Calcium 32.300 mg/L — —
Chloride 1.080 mg/L — —
Deuterium, delta -76.830 0/00 — —
Fluoride 0.190 mg/L — —
Iron 0.119 mg/L — —
Magnesium 14.000 mg/L — —
Manganese 524.000 µg/L — —
Oxidation reduction potenti... -110.000 mV — —
Oxygen Delta 18 -11.990 0/00 — —
Phosphorus 0.088 mg/L — —
Potassium 1.960 mg/L — —
Rubidium 0.257 µg/L — —
Sodium 5.950 mg/L — —
Strontium 114.000 µg/L — —
Sulfate 5.620 mg/L — —
Tritium 3.600 T.U. — —
Zinc 6.780 µg/L — —

Airport Well Entry Point · Tested: September 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
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
PFBA <0.005 µg/L 6 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

TREATMENT PLANT #1 · Tested: September 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
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
PFBA <0.005 µg/L 6 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 55746

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 55746 Tap Water

What's in ZIP 55746 tap water?

ZIP 55746 has 2 detected contaminants below EPA limits in this dataset. Lithium measured closest to its guideline.

Will boiling ZIP 55746 tap water remove Lithium?

No. Boiling tap water does not remove lithium. Lithium is a dissolved mineral, so heat does not break it down and evaporation can actually concentrate it. Reverse osmosis (NSF/ANSI 58) is the most reliable at-home option for reducing lithium.

Do basic pitcher filters remove Lithium?

Standard pitcher filters are not certified to reduce lithium. Reverse osmosis (NSF/ANSI 58) is the most widely available home option for reducing lithium in drinking water.

Who provides tap water in ZIP 55746?

Public records identify HIBBING as a primary water system associated with ZIP 55746. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 55746 tap water last tested?

The most recent test date used in this report is September 2024. EnviroClarity last refreshed this page on 2026-05-05.

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 55746?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact HIBBING or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 55746. 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 (PFPeA: 0,003 µg/L)
Last tested September 2024
Last page update 2026-05-05

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