Water System Report NE

City of Waverly

EPA ID: NE3110905 · 4,279 people served · 1 ZIP code

Five clean years on EPA record — City of Waverly, 4,279 residents served.

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

4,279
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$296K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$116,023
Median Household Income
4,864
Service Area Population
19%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
55%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Waverly serves a community with a median household income of $116,023 and an estimated 4,864 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% 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 Waverly'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Lancaster 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

55 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 79% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,700

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 Waverly, (EPA ID: NE3110905) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 4,279 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 68462 in Waverly.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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 City of Waverly (NE3110905) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Waverly water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Waverly serve?

City of Waverly serves approximately 4,279 people across 1 ZIP code in Nebraska.

Where does City of Waverly 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
318
Unknown Material
1,352
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: 4,279
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

Should I use a water filter?
City of Waverly meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does City of Waverly serve?
City of Waverly serves approximately 4,279 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Waverly's water source?
City of Waverly draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Waverly's service area?
The City of Waverly service area has a median household income of $116,023. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Waverly get its water?
City of Waverly'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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