Monitoring Violations NE

City of Atkinson

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EPA ID: NE3108905 · 1,298 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Even though City of Atkinson accumulated 1 violation over five years, all have been formally resolved — the provider currently meets EPA standards for 1,298 people.

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

B · 83

Avg Safety Score

1,298

People Served

ZIP Codes Served

Violations (5yr)

Groundwater

Water Source

0.00206 mg/L

Max Lead Level

Zone 3

Radon Risk · Low

Contaminants Flagged

$202K

Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$69,239

Median Household Income

2,558

Service Area Population

Disadvantaged Population

60th

Poverty Percentile

70th

Energy Burden Percentile

70%

Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Atkinson serves a community with a median household income of $69,239 and an estimated 2,558 residents across its service area. Approximately 70% 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 Atkinson'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 0% of homes in Holt 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

51 yr

Avg Pipe Age

Copper

Pipe Material

20 yr

Est. Remaining Life

Stable

Decay Status

Installed 72% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Atkinson compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

Comparable Water Systems

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City of Oakland

1,300 people

0 violations

City of Louisville

1,301 people

0 violations

City of Fullerton

1,307 people

C 4 violations

Sutherland, Village of

1,313 people

A 0 violations

City of Plainview

1,282 people

F 15 violations

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 Atkinson, (EPA ID: NE3108905) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 1,298 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
October 1, 2024	Stage 1 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 1 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
68713	0.00206 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

68713 — Atkinson
68734 — Emmet

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Atkinson (NE3108905) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Atkinson water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Atkinson serve?

City of Atkinson serves approximately 1,298 people across 2 ZIP codes in Nebraska.

Where does City of Atkinson 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

Galvanized — Replacement Required

Unknown Material

559

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: 1,298

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 Atkinson safe to drink? ▼

City of Atkinson 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 Atkinson's water? ▼

Detected contaminants include Stage 1 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 City of Atkinson serve? ▼

City of Atkinson serves approximately 1,298 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.

What is City of Atkinson's water source? ▼

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

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

The maximum detected lead level is 0.00206 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.

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

The City of Atkinson service area has a median household income of $69,239. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.

Where does City of Atkinson get its water? ▼

What You Can Do

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