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About Noncommunity Public Water Supplies
A noncommunity public water supply provides water to the public in places other than their homes—where people work, gather and play. There are around 6,000 supplies in Minnesota.
A noncommunity public water supply:- is served by their own supply of water, usually a well, and,
- are places such as schools, factories, churches, resorts, and restaurants.
- meet federal drinking water standards,
- provide a safe and adequate supply of water,
- sample, test and treat the drinking water supply,
- keep a record of water sampling and inspections,
- take action to make necessary corrections,
- protect the sources of water, and
- notify the consumers and users about problems with the water supply.
- collect many of the required water samples,
- provide water sampling supplies and financial assistance for testing and analyzing,
- routinely conduct inspections,
- ensure contamination issues are resolved and corrective action is taken,
- provide technical assistance and plan review,
- coordinate training for water operators, and
- develop information and guidance resources on commonly asked topics as they refer to public drinking water.
Last Updated: 10/03/2022