Is Brooklyn Park tap water safe to drink?

Yes but with caveats

Brooklyn Park's water meets EPA minimum standards but has some concerns. Filtration is recommended for sensitive individuals.

79/100
Purity Score
3
Issues Found
8.5 GPG
Hardness
Not detected
PFAS

3 Issues Detected in Brooklyn Park

Moderately Hard Water (8.5 GPG)

Hardness above 7 GPG can cause minor scale buildup.

Hardness data for Brooklyn Park

Moderate Chlorine Level

Chlorine within EPA limits but may affect taste.

Chlorine info for Brooklyn Park

Arsenic Approaching Limit (0.2 mg/L)

EPA limit is 0.010 mg/L.

Arsenic info for Brooklyn Park
Minnesota

554,285,544,355,444 · Minneapolis Water Works Mississippi River

Water Quality in Brooklyn Park, MN (2026)

Moderate Risk Updated March 2026 86,478 residents
79
Purity Score

Brooklyn Park has hard water conditions that can affect plumbing, appliances, and daily water use. This report breaks down hardness levels, other contaminants, and the most effective treatment options.

Health Insights

  • 1
    At 8.5 GPG, Brooklyn Park's water qualifies as moderately hard. This can cause limescale in pipes and shorten appliance lifespan.
  • 2
    Chlorine levels may affect the taste of Brooklyn Park's tap water. A carbon filter improves flavor.

Score

79 /100
Good
"Good" threshold (70)

Brooklyn Park tap water is sourced from Minneapolis Water Works Mississippi River and treated by Brooklyn Park Utilities. Water hardness is hard at 8.5 GPG which may cause scale buildup. Overall purity score: 79/100 (Good). Updated for 2026.

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Hard Water in Brooklyn Park: Impact on Plumbing and Appliances

At 8.5 grains per gallon, Brooklyn Park's water qualifies as hard. Hard water carries dissolved calcium and magnesium that deposit as limescale inside pipes, water heaters, dishwashers, and washing machines over time. Scale accumulation reduces appliance efficiency and shortens service life. A salt-based water softener is the most effective solution for whole-home protection. For drinking water only, a reverse osmosis system also reduces mineral content significantly.

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Brooklyn Park Water FAQ

Is Brooklyn Park MN tap water safe to drink in 2026?
Brooklyn Park tap water meets EPA federal drinking water standards and scores 79/100 (Good) on PurityMap for 2026. For most healthy adults the water is considered safe but point-of-use filtration adds an important layer of protection.
Does Brooklyn Park MN use chlorine or chloramine for disinfection?
Brooklyn Park uses chloramine as the primary disinfectant with a residual level of 1.4 ppm. Chloramine is harder to remove than free chlorine and requires a catalytic carbon or reverse osmosis filter. Standard Brita-style pitchers will NOT remove chloramine.
How hard is Brooklyn Park MN water and what is the TDS level?
Brooklyn Park water hardness is 8.5 grains per gallon (hard) with a TDS of 280 ppm (fair). This level causes noticeable scale buildup in water heaters kettles and dishwashers. A water softener is recommended to protect plumbing and reduce soap usage.
Has PFAS been found in Brooklyn Park MN drinking water?
Based on available EPA UCMR5 monitoring data as of 2026 PFAS have not been detected above EPA advisory levels in Brooklyn Park drinking water.

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Data Sources

  • EPA SDWIS
  • EWG Tap Water Database
  • Brooklyn Park Utilities CCR
  • USGS monitoring data

PurityMap compiles public data. Updated March 2026.

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