The Future of Minnesota Drinking Water: A Framework for Managing Risk

A project report prepared by the University of Minnesota Humphrey School of Public Affairs and the University of Minnesota Water Resources Center, with funding from the Minnesota Department of Health. The charge for this report was to identify opportunities for the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) to better manage risks to Minnesota’s drinking water. In addition to examining literature and experience in other jurisdictions, our recommendations are informed by ten discussions with a panel of research and policy experts, and a panel of stakeholders including representatives of large and small community utilities, the water technology industry, state agencies, and well owners.