Water System Report NE

Fordyce, Village of

EPA ID: NE3102701 · 135 people served · 3 ZIP codes

In the most recent five-year monitoring window, Fordyce, Village of posted zero EPA violations serving 135 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

D · 53
Avg Safety Score
135
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0018 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$208K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Fordyce, Village of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$70,966
Median Household Income
1,276
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
67%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Fordyce, Village of serves a community with a median household income of $70,966 and an estimated 1,276 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Fordyce, Village of's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Cedar County, Nebraska rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
20 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 71% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $1,300

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

Fordyce, Village of (EPA ID: NE3102701) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 135 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (53/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
68736 0.0018 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Fordyce, Village of (NE3102701) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fordyce, Village of water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Fordyce, Village of has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Fordyce, Village of serve?

Fordyce, Village of serves approximately 135 people across 3 ZIP codes in Nebraska.

Where does Fordyce, Village of get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
5
Unknown Material
66
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 135
Reported to Nebraska

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Fordyce, Village of safe to drink?
Fordyce, Village of has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Fordyce, Village of meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Fordyce, Village of serve?
Fordyce, Village of serves approximately 135 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Fordyce, Village of's water source?
Fordyce, Village of draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Fordyce, Village of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0018 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Fordyce, Village of's service area?
The Fordyce, Village of service area has a median household income of $70,966. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Fordyce, Village of get its water?
Fordyce, Village of's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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1

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3

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