Water System Report NE

Riverton, Village of

EPA ID: NE3106101 · 60 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Riverton, Village of's five-year compliance history is clean by every EPA metric — no health-based violations, no monitoring lapses, no enforcement actions on record, reflecting consistent performance for a utility that supplies water to approximately 60 residents year after year.

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

C · 55
Avg Safety Score
60
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00353 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$86,120
Median Household Income
297
Service Area Population
50%
Disadvantaged Population
65th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
91%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Riverton, Village of serves a community with a median household income of $86,120 and an estimated 297 residents across its service area. Approximately 91% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 50% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Riverton, Village of'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
15th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Webster 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

96 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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0 violations
D 0 violations
F 16 violations
0 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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

RIVERTON, VILLAGE OF (EPA ID: NE3106101) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 60 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (55/100)

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
68972 0.00353 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 Riverton, Village of (NE3106101) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Riverton, Village of water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Riverton, Village of serve?

Riverton, Village of serves approximately 60 people across 2 ZIP codes in Nebraska.

Where does Riverton, Village of 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:

0
Confirmed Lead
8
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
38
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 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 60
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 Riverton, Village of safe to drink?
Riverton, Village of has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Riverton, 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 Riverton, Village of serve?
Riverton, Village of serves approximately 60 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Riverton, Village of's water source?
Riverton, Village of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Riverton, Village of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00353 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Riverton, Village of's service area?
The Riverton, Village of service area has a median household income of $86,120. EPA EJScreen data classifies 50% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Riverton, Village of get its water?
Riverton, Village of'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.

What You Can Do

1

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3

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