Mullen, Village of
EPA ID: NE3109101 · 279 people served · 2 ZIP codes
In the most recent five-year monitoring window, Mullen, Village of posted zero EPA violations serving 279 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Mullen, Village of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade B
Service Area Demographics
The Mullen, Village of serves a community with a median household income of $54,252 and an estimated 759 residents across its service area. Approximately 83% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Mullen, 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.
About 2% of homes in Hooker 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
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System Overview
Mullen, Village of (EPA ID: NE3109101) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 279 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Average Home Safety Score: B (72/100)
Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:
| ZIP Code | Lead Level | Exceeds Limit | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69152 | 0.0116 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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
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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 Mullen, Village of (NE3109101) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mullen, Village of water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Mullen, Village of has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Mullen, Village of serve?
Mullen, Village of serves approximately 279 people across 2 ZIP codes in Nebraska.
Where does Mullen, 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:
Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.
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.