Monitoring Violations NE

City of Valentine

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EPA ID: NE3103106 · 2,737 people served · 2 ZIP codes

EPA records: City of Valentine, 1 past violation, all resolved, 2,737 served.

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

B · 83

Avg Safety Score

2,737

People Served

ZIP Codes Served

Violations (5yr)

Groundwater

Water Source

0.0011 mg/L

Max Lead Level

Zone 3

Radon Risk · Low

Contaminants Flagged

$193K

Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Valentine Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$43,879

Median Household Income

4,105

Service Area Population

Disadvantaged Population

60th

Poverty Percentile

90th

Energy Burden Percentile

77%

Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Valentine serves a community with a median household income of $43,879 and an estimated 4,105 residents across its service area. Approximately 77% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

City of Valentine'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.

Low Risk

Source Contamination Risk

0th

Wastewater Discharge Proximity

0th

Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Cherry 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

57 yr

Avg Pipe Age

Galvanized Steel or Copper

Pipe Material

11 yr

Est. Remaining Life

Stable

Decay Status

Installed 84% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Valentine compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years

$2,500

10 years

$5,000

20 years

$10,000

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

City of Valentine, (EPA ID: NE3103106) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 2,737 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (83/100)

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

Violation History

1 monitoring/reporting violation recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date	Contaminant	Type	Status
June 1, 2025	Consumer Confidence Report Rule	Monitoring	Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant	Category	Violations	Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule	Reporting Failure	1	No

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code	Lead Level	Exceeds Limit	Sample Date
69201	0.0011 mg/L	No	N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

69201 — Valentine
69220 — Sparks

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Valentine (NE3103106) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Valentine water safe to drink?

City of Valentine has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does City of Valentine serve?

City of Valentine serves approximately 2,737 people across 2 ZIP codes in Nebraska.

Where does City of Valentine get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

Confirmed Lead

1,074

Galvanized — Replacement Required

Unknown Material

420

Confirmed Non-Lead

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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.

Population served: 2,737

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 City of Valentine safe to drink? ▼

City of Valentine earns a B safety grade with 1 violation in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.

What contaminants are in City of Valentine's water? ▼

Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.

Should I use a water filter? ▼

Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.

How many people does City of Valentine serve? ▼

City of Valentine serves approximately 2,737 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.

What is City of Valentine's water source? ▼

City of Valentine draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.

Is there lead in City of Valentine's water? ▼

The maximum detected lead level is 0.0011 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.

What is the demographic profile of City of Valentine's service area? ▼

The City of Valentine service area has a median household income of $43,879. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.

Where does City of Valentine get its water? ▼

What You Can Do

Test your water

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Contact your utility

City of Valentine (EPA ID: NE3103106) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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