56573
Perham, MN
Otter Tail County · Fergus Falls, MN metro area
PERHAM

Is Perham tap water safe to drink?

Some concern
Last tested: July 2023
Source: EPA UCMR5 utility monitoring plus EPA Water Quality Portal well sampling (mapped to nearest ZIP). Last tested July 2023.
Townships:
  • Corliss, MN
  • Gorman, MN
  • Pine Lake, MN
  • Rush Lake, MN
  • Edna, MN
Neighborhood:
  • Perham

The short answer for Perham

Perham tap water has 4 detected contaminants, currently below EPA limits (tested May 2023). Lithium measured closest to the threshold. See the full compound-by-compound report.

The health risk for Perham

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) May 2023
0 µg/L 10 µg/L 20 µg/L
6.240 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
10 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
62% of limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 10 µg/L | Your water: 6.240 µg/L
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Lithium was detected below EPA limits. A certified filter can still add an extra layer of protection.

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Most elevated compounds

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

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792533 · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Lithium 6.240 µg/L 10 µg/L 62% of limit
Arsenic 0.185 µg/L 10 µg/L 2% of limit
Lead 0.145 µg/L 15 µg/L 1.0% of limit
Nitrate + Nitrite 1.450 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 0.0% of limit
4-Hydroxychlorothalonil 854.000 ng/L — —
Alachlor ESA 98.800 ng/L — —
Alkalinity, total 295.000 mg/L — —
Aluminum 1.350 µg/L — —
Aminopyralid 44.000 ng/L — —
Barium 102.000 µg/L — —
Bentazon 6.790 ng/L — —
Boron 16.500 µg/L — —
Bromide 0.018 mg/L — —
Calcium 70.200 mg/L — —
Chloride 26.300 mg/L — —
Clopyralid 88.700 ng/L — —
Clothianidin 5.470 ng/L — —
Deuterium, delta -81.516 0/00 — —
Dimethenamid ESA 660.000 ng/L — —
Dimethenamid OA 340.000 ng/L — —
Fluoride 0.150 mg/L — —
Fluxapyroxad 12.300 ng/L — —
Imazamox 18.600 ng/L — —
Iron 2.660 mg/L — —
Magnesium 22.800 mg/L — —
Manganese 158.000 µg/L — —
Metolachlor ESA 10.600 ng/L — —
Metolachlor OA 7150.000 ng/L — —
Metribuzin 158.000 ng/L — —
Metribuzin DA 197.000 ng/L — —
Metribuzin DADK 794.000 ng/L — —
Oxidation reduction potenti... -171.000 mV — —
Oxygen Delta 18 -11.385 0/00 — —
Phosphorus 0.124 mg/L — —
Potassium 1.970 mg/L — —
Rubidium 0.471 µg/L — —
Saflufenacil 80.800 ng/L — —
Sodium 3.140 mg/L — —
Strontium 101.000 µg/L — —
Sulfate 9.700 mg/L — —
Thiamethoxam 389.000 ng/L — —
Tritium 2.800 T.U. — —
Zinc 3.810 µg/L — —

PUMPHOUSE #2 · Tested: July 2023

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

PUMPHOUSE #3 · Tested: July 2023

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 56573

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 56573 Tap Water

What's in ZIP 56573 tap water?

ZIP 56573 has 4 detected contaminants below EPA limits in this dataset. Lithium measured closest to its guideline.

Will boiling ZIP 56573 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 56573?

Public records identify PERHAM as a primary water system associated with ZIP 56573. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 56573 tap water last tested?

The most recent test date used in this report is July 2023. EnviroClarity last refreshed this page on 2026-05-05.

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 56573?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact PERHAM or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 56573. 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 July 2023
Last page update 2026-05-05

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