Water System Report NE

City of Oshkosh,

EPA ID: NE3106901 · 809 people served · 4 ZIP codes

Water monitoring history at City of Oshkosh, shows a clean slate — EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 809 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

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

B · 84
Avg Safety Score
809
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0015 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$43,214
Median Household Income
1,687
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
80%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Oshkosh, serves a community with a median household income of $43,214 and an estimated 1,687 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?

Groundwater

City of Oshkosh,'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
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Garden 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

58 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
12 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 83% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance
Flood Insurance $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.

System Overview

OSHKOSH, CITY OF (EPA ID: NE3106901) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 809 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (84/100)

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
69154 0.0015 mg/L No N/A
69190 0.0015 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

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

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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 City of Oshkosh, (NE3106901) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Oshkosh, water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Oshkosh, serve?

City of Oshkosh, serves approximately 809 people across 4 ZIP codes in Nebraska.

Where does City of Oshkosh, 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
123
Galvanized — Replacement Required
37
Unknown Material
384
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: 809
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 Oshkosh, safe to drink?
City of Oshkosh, earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
City of Oshkosh, meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does City of Oshkosh, serve?
City of Oshkosh, serves approximately 809 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is City of Oshkosh,'s water source?
City of Oshkosh, draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Oshkosh,'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0015 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Oshkosh,'s service area?
The City of Oshkosh, service area has a median household income of $43,214. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Oshkosh, get its water?
City of Oshkosh,'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.
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