56377
Sartell, MN
Stearns County · St. Cloud, MN metro area
SARTELL

Is Sartell tap water safe to drink?

Some concern
Last tested: May 2024
Source: EPA UCMR5 utility monitoring plus EPA Water Quality Portal well sampling (mapped to nearest ZIP). Last tested May 2024.
Townships:
  • Le Sauk, MN
  • Brockway, MN
Neighborhood:
  • Sartell

The short answer for Sartell

Sartell tap water has 9 detected contaminants, currently below EPA limits (tested May 2024). 8:2 FTS measured closest to the threshold. See the full compound-by-compound report.

The health risk for Sartell

PFAS traces were detected in local water tests, though levels are currently below EPA limits. Since no amount of PFAS is considered completely safe by health researchers, a certified filter adds a meaningful layer of protection, especially for children.
  • PFAS or other chemicals detected; no confirmed exceedances in multiple samples.
8:2 FTS concentration (µg/L) May 2024
0 µg/L 0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L
0.005 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
0.005 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
100% of limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 0.005 µg/L | Your water: 0.005 µg/L
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8:2 FTS (a PFAS 'forever chemical') was detected below EPA limits. A certified filter can still add an extra layer of protection.

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Most elevated compounds
Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
8:2 FTS
Tested: May 2024 · SOUTHWEST TREATMENT PLANT		 0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L 100% of limit
View all tested compounds

628981 · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Perfluorobutanesulfonic acid 1.560 ng/L 3 ng/L 52% of limit
Arsenic 1.900 µg/L 10 µg/L 19% of limit
Copper 82.700 µg/L 1300 µg/L 6% of limit
Perfluorohexanesulfonic acid 0.149 ng/L 10 ng/L 1% of limit
Chromium 1.300 µg/L 100 µg/L 1% of limit
Nitrate + Nitrite 4.600 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 0.0% of limit
2-Hydroxyatrazine 19.800 ng/L — —
Acetochlor ESA 339.000 ng/L — —
Acetochlor OA 195.000 ng/L — —
Alachlor ESA 154.000 ng/L — —
Alkalinity, total 330.000 mg/L — —
Barium 102.000 µg/L — —
Bromide 0.058 mg/L — —
Cadmium 0.110 µg/L — —
Calcium 110.000 mg/L — —
Chloride 127.000 mg/L — —
Cobalt 1.610 µg/L — —
Iron 65.900 µg/L — —
Magnesium 30.400 mg/L — —
Manganese 31.100 µg/L — —
Metolachlor ESA 2390.000 ng/L — —
Metolachlor OA 2360.000 ng/L — —
Molybdenum 3.700 µg/L — —
Nickel 1.620 µg/L — —
Organic carbon 2.200 mg/L — —
Perfluorobutanoate 7.890 ng/L — —
Perfluorovaleric acid 0.316 ng/L — —
Phosphorus 0.086 mg/L — —
Potassium 0.880 mg/L — —
Selenium 1.740 µg/L — —
Sodium 55.500 mg/L — —
Strontium 100.000 µg/L — —
Sulfate 19.500 mg/L — —
Sulfentrazone 689.000 ng/L — —
Sulfentrazone 3-carboxylic ... 274.000 ng/L — —

SOUTHWEST TREATMENT PLANT · Tested: May 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
8:2 FTS 0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L 100% of limit
PFBA 0.005 µg/L 6 µg/L 0.1% of limit
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
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 #2 · Tested: May 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFBA 0.006 µg/L 6 µg/L 0.1% of limit
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
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 56377

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 56377 Tap Water

What's in ZIP 56377 tap water?

ZIP 56377 has 9 detected contaminants below EPA limits in this dataset. 8:2 FTS measured closest to its guideline.

Will boiling ZIP 56377 tap water remove 8:2 FTS?

Boiling tap water can kill many pathogens, but it does not remove most chemical contaminants tracked in EPA monitoring. Several dissolved contaminants can even concentrate as water evaporates. For the chemical contaminants reported in ZIP 56377, a certified filter is more reliable.

Do basic pitcher filters remove 8:2 FTS?

Basic pitcher filters are typically rated for chlorine, taste, and odor (NSF/ANSI 42), not for the broader list of contaminants tracked in EPA monitoring. Match the certification (NSF/ANSI 42, 53, 58, or P473) to the specific compounds listed in this report before assuming a filter helps.

Who provides tap water in ZIP 56377?

Public records identify SARTELL as a primary water system associated with ZIP 56377. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 56377 tap water last tested?

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

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 56377?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact SARTELL or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 56377. 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 (8:2 FTS: 0,005 µg/L)
Last tested May 2024
Last page update 2026-05-05

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