City of Minden
EPA ID: NE3109904 · 3,118 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Minden (NE3109904): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Zero EPA violations over five years - City of Minden has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 3,118.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for City of Minden Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The City of Minden serves a community with a median household income of $68,493 and an estimated 3,966 residents across its service area. Approximately 87% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
City of Minden'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.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Nebraska
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
City of Minden, (EPA ID: NE3109904) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 3,118 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 68959 in Minden.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0011 mg/L | No | N/A |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
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.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by NE or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.
- 68959 - Minden
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Minden (NE3109904) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is City of Minden water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for City of Minden in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does City of Minden serve?
City of Minden serves approximately 3,118 people across 1 ZIP code in Nebraska.
Where does City of Minden get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Minden Water Quality Report, NE. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ne3109904/
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