City of Neligh
EPA ID: NE3100305 · 1,592 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Neligh (NE3100305): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. EPA monitoring data for City of Neligh shows an unblemished five-year compliance history - no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 1,592 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for City of Neligh Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The City of Neligh serves a community with a median household income of $61,326 and an estimated 1,932 residents across its service area. Approximately 80% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
City of Neligh's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.
System Overview
City of Neligh, (EPA ID: NE3100305) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 1,592 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 68756 in Neligh.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.00293 mg/L | No | N/A |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
Radon Risk in Service Area
Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by NE or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.
- 68756 - Neligh
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Neligh (NE3100305) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is City of Neligh water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for City of Neligh in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does City of Neligh serve?
City of Neligh serves approximately 1,592 people across 1 ZIP code in Nebraska.
Where does City of Neligh get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Neligh Water Quality Report, NE. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ne3100305/
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