Monitoring Violations NE

Odell, Village of

EPA ID: NE3106708 · 320 people served · 1 ZIP code

Beyond the 1 historical violation on Odell, Village of's EPA record, nothing remains open — the utility is currently compliant and supplies water to 320 residents.

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

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
320
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00085 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
1
Contaminants Flagged
$139K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$82,083
Median Household Income
564
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
74%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Odell, Village of serves a community with a median household income of $82,083 and an estimated 564 residents across its service area. Approximately 74% 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

Odell, 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
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Gage County, Nebraska rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

85 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

Detected Contaminants

How Odell, Village of compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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.

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

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,200 (one-time) vs. $5,000 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

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

Odell, Village of (EPA ID: NE3106708) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 320 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 68415 in Odell.

Average Home Safety Score: C (66/100)

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
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment 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
68415 0.00085 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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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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 Odell, Village of (NE3106708) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Odell, Village of water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Odell, Village of serve?

Odell, Village of serves approximately 320 people across 1 ZIP code in Nebraska.

Where does Odell, 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
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
174
Unknown Material
0
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.
Compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 4G.
Population served: 320
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 Odell, Village of safe to drink?
Odell, Village of has a C safety grade based on 1 recorded violation. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Odell, Village of's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 2 DBP 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 Odell, Village of serve?
Odell, Village of serves approximately 320 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Odell, Village of's water source?
Odell, Village of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Odell, Village of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00085 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Odell, Village of's service area?
The Odell, Village of service area has a median household income of $82,083. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Odell, Village of get its water?
Odell, 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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2

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3

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