More than 99% of Minnesota’s public water systems met all federal health-based drinking water standards in 2025, according to a new annual report released by the Minnesota Department of Health.
The findings are significant for St. Paul and other metro communities as utilities continue replacing aging infrastructure and preparing for stricter federal standards on contaminants including PFAS chemicals.
The report said Minnesota communities are continuing efforts to replace all lead service lines by 2033 and expand testing for emerging contaminants. State officials also highlighted work supporting smaller and under-resourced water systems facing infrastructure challenges.
The department said more than 6,500 community water suppliers statewide contributed to maintaining safe drinking water standards last year.
Additional initiatives include expanded lead testing at child care and educational facilities and broader PFAS monitoring in anticipation of federal enforcement limits set to take effect in 2029.
The report also discussed growing concerns tied to cybersecurity risks and climate-related threats to water infrastructure systems.
Local consumers can review annual Consumer Confidence Reports issued by community water suppliers through the state’s drinking water website.
More information is available at health.state.mn.us/communities/environment/water/index.html.
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