Sidney, NE Water Safety: 83/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Across Sidney, EPA monitoring data shows low violation rates and healthy safety margins — a pattern that places the city well above NE's average for drinking water compliance across recent reporting cycles.
How Sidney Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Sidney Residents
- Average lead level: 0.0021 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,000 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.7 — above typical levels.
Sidney's Water Providers
With 2 utilities splitting service in Sidney, NE, water accountability is distributed across 2 systems on the federal record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Sidney, Nebraska, covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 7,169 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Sidney — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Sidney: B (83/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Sidney water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0021 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 2 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
All ZIP Codes in Sidney
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
Sidney Community Health Snapshot
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
How Remediation Costs Compare in Sidney
Across Sidney, the equity share taken up by estimated remediation is small — a favorable ratio for most property owners.
Remediation costs in Sidney are relatively low compared to home values. The $400–$1,700 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 19% below the Nebraska average.
Sidney: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Lead risk in Sidney appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Sidney: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
50% of ZIP codes in Sidney are mapped into FEMA-designated flood zones, and the NFIP records 8 claims reflecting a multi-event flood history. That combination places local flood exposure in the range where water-quality implications deserve at least periodic attention.
Sidney has a moderate flood history with 8 FEMA claims averaging $1,130 per payout. 50% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,000</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Sidney, NE