56187
Worthington, MN
Nobles County · Worthington, MN metro area
WORTHINGTON

Is Worthington tap water safe to drink?

Higher concern
Last tested: September 2025
Source: EPA UCMR5 utility monitoring plus EPA Water Quality Portal well sampling (mapped to nearest ZIP). Last tested September 2025.
Townships:
  • Lorain, MN
  • Indian Lake, MN
  • Bigelow, MN
  • Elk, MN
  • Dewald, MN
  • Ewington, MN
Neighborhood:
  • Worthington

The short answer for Worthington

Worthington tap water has 4 contaminants above EPA guidelines, including Lithium at 5.7× the limit (tested June 2021). See the full compound-by-compound breakdown and filter recommendations.

The health risk for Worthington

Lithium has been detected above EPA limits in this water system's recent tests. A certified filter designed for this contaminant type is strongly recommended.
  • lithium above limit.
Lithium concentration (µg/L) June 2021
0 µg/L 10 µg/L 100 µg/L
57.400 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
10 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
474% above limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 10 µg/L | Your water: 57.400 µg/L
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Lithium was detected above EPA limits. These filters are independently certified to reduce common drinking-water contaminants.

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Most elevated compounds
Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Lithium
Tested: June 2021 · 740619		 57.400 µg/L 10 µg/L 474% above limit
lithium
Tested: September 2025 · Lewis & Clark Interconnection		 53.400 µg/L 10 µg/L 434% above limit
lithium
Tested: September 2025 · TREATMENT PLANT		 42.600 µg/L 10 µg/L 326% above limit
Arsenic
Tested: June 2021 · 740619		 11.800 µg/L 10 µg/L 18% above limit
View all tested compounds

740619 · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Lithium 57.400 µg/L 10 µg/L 474% above limit
Arsenic 11.800 µg/L 10 µg/L 18% above limit
Nitrate + Nitrite 0.020 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 0.0% of limit
Alkalinity, total 508.000 mg/L — —
Barium 11.700 µg/L — —
Boron 226.000 µg/L — —
Bromide 0.280 mg/L — —
Calcium 324.000 mg/L — —
Chloride 3.680 mg/L — —
Deuterium, delta -82.350 0/00 — —
Fluoride 0.290 mg/L — —
Iron 19.800 mg/L — —
Magnesium 126.000 mg/L — —
Manganese 1650.000 µg/L — —
Oxidation reduction potenti... -65.000 mV — —
Oxygen Delta 18 -12.010 0/00 — —
Phosphorus 0.333 mg/L — —
Potassium 5.210 mg/L — —
Rubidium 0.587 µg/L — —
Sodium 153.000 mg/L — —
Strontium 1500.000 µg/L — —
Sulfate 1160.000 mg/L — —
Zinc 23.000 µg/L — —

Lewis & Clark Interconnection · Tested: September 2025

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
lithium 53.400 µg/L 10 µg/L 434% above 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 · Tested: September 2025

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
lithium 42.600 µg/L 10 µg/L 326% above 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 56187

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 56187 Tap Water

What contaminants are above EPA limits in ZIP 56187?

ZIP 56187 has 4 contaminants above EPA health guidelines in the latest available data, including Lithium at 5.7x the EPA guideline. The full table on this page lists every tested compound and its measured level.

Will boiling ZIP 56187 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 56187?

Public records identify WORTHINGTON as a primary water system associated with ZIP 56187. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 56187 tap water last tested?

The most recent test date used in this report is September 2025. EnviroClarity last refreshed this page on 2026-05-05.

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 56187?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact WORTHINGTON or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 56187. 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 (lithium: 10 µg/L)
Last tested September 2025
Last page update 2026-05-05

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