Water System Report NE

Plymouth, Village of

EPA ID: NE3109503 · 400 people served · 1 ZIP code

EPA data: Plymouth, Village of — zero violations, five years, 400 served.

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

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
400
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0006 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$144K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$76,667
Median Household Income
747
Service Area Population
67%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
74%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Plymouth, Village of serves a community with a median household income of $76,667 and an estimated 747 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.

Environmental Justice Note: 67% 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

Plymouth, 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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Jefferson 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

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 69% 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

Plymouth, Village of (EPA ID: NE3109503) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 400 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 68424 in Plymouth.

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
68424 0.0006 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 Plymouth, Village of (NE3109503) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Plymouth, Village of water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Plymouth, Village of serve?

Plymouth, Village of serves approximately 400 people across 1 ZIP code in Nebraska.

Where does Plymouth, 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
39
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
216
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: 400
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 Plymouth, Village of safe to drink?
Plymouth, 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?
Plymouth, 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 Plymouth, Village of serve?
Plymouth, Village of serves approximately 400 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Plymouth, Village of's water source?
Plymouth, Village of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Plymouth, Village of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0006 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Plymouth, Village of's service area?
The Plymouth, Village of service area has a median household income of $76,667. EPA EJScreen data classifies 67% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Plymouth, Village of get its water?
Plymouth, 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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3

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