Water System Report NE

Hayes Center, Village of

EPA ID: NE3108502 · 220 people served · 1 ZIP code

From the earliest to the most recent cycle in the five-year EPA window, Hayes Center, Village of has logged zero violations — no MCL exceedances, no health advisories, and no enforcement activity across the entire period for the 220 people in its service area, a record that stands up well against both state and national benchmarks.

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

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
220
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00138 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$118K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$58,542
Median Household Income
455
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
84%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Hayes Center, Village of serves a community with a median household income of $58,542 and an estimated 455 residents across its service area. Approximately 84% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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

Hayes Center, 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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Hayes 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

82 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

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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.

System Overview

Hayes Center, Village of (EPA ID: NE3108502) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 220 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 69032 in Hayes Center.

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

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
69032 0.00138 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 Hayes Center, Village of (NE3108502) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hayes Center, Village of water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Hayes Center, Village of serve?

Hayes Center, Village of serves approximately 220 people across 1 ZIP code in Nebraska.

Where does Hayes Center, 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
2
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
153
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 220
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 Hayes Center, Village of safe to drink?
Hayes Center, 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?
Hayes Center, 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 Hayes Center, Village of serve?
Hayes Center, Village of serves approximately 220 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Hayes Center, Village of's water source?
Hayes Center, Village of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Hayes Center, Village of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00138 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Hayes Center, Village of's service area?
The Hayes Center, Village of service area has a median household income of $58,542. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Hayes Center, Village of get its water?
Hayes Center, 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.

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