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Water & Sewer
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About Our Water
Learn about South St. Paul's groundwater-sourced drinking water, PFBA monitoring, and tips for protecting water quality through daily actions.
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Current Water Quality Report (PDF)
Access South St. Paul's latest water quality report detailing testing results and safety standards.
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Drought Conditions
South St. Paul enforces lawn watering restrictions amid a statewide drought warning, urging residents to conserve water and follow DNR guidelines.
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Backflow Prevention
The testing requirements for testable non-RPZ devices became effective for installations on or after January 23, 2016.
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Billing Information
South St. Paul provides quarterly utility billing for water, sewer, stormwater, and street lighting, with payment options by mail, in person, or drop box.
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Flood Control
South St. Paul's flood control system, including levees and floodwalls built in 1967, safeguards key riverfront areas from Mississippi River flooding.
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My Water Service - What do I need to know?
South St. Paul's water service guide outlines homeowner responsibilities, leak detection steps, water softener advice, and preventive maintenance tips.
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Lead Water Service Information
The Lead Service Line Replacement Project is currently in the planning phase. Replacements are scheduled to begin in the spring of 2026.
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PFAS
South St. Paul addresses PFAS in its water supply, responding to new EPA standards with monitoring and mitigation plans to ensure public safety.
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Water Quality
South St. Paul's annual Drinking Water Reports, issued by the Minnesota Department of Health, detail water quality and detected contaminants.
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Watering Schedule
South St. Paul enforces a daily lawn sprinkling ban from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. to conserve water and comply with state-mandated water supply plans.
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Sanitary Sewer Maintenance
South St. Paul offers sewer maintenance tips, including prevention of clogs, recognizing backups, and steps to take before hiring a plumber.
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Storm Water
South St. Paul promotes stormwater pollution prevention through resident actions like proper waste disposal, minimizing chemical use, and vehicle maintenance to protect local waterways.
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Water Meters
South St. Paul utilizes radio-read water meters for efficient, contactless billing, eliminating estimated readings and enhancing customer service.
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Wellhead Protection Plan
South St. Paul's Wellhead Protection Plan safeguards groundwater by identifying contamination risks and guiding residents on maintaining water quality.