City of Lincoln,
EPA ID: NE3110926 · 296,000 people served · 34 ZIP codes
Over the tracked period, City of Lincoln, logged 1 EPA violation — each has been remedied, and the system now supplies 296,000 people in good standing.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for City of Lincoln, Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade C
Service Area Demographics
The City of Lincoln, serves a community with a median household income of $90,274 and an estimated 309,907 residents across its service area. Approximately 48% 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 Lincoln,'s water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.
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
Detected Contaminants
How City of Lincoln, compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Arsenic at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.01 mg/L.
Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
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
LINCOLN, CITY OF (EPA ID: NE3110926) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 296,000 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 34 ZIP codes across 6 communities.
Average Home Safety Score: C (67/100)
Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.
Violation History
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2025 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 1, 2025 | Arsenic | Health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arsenic | Inorganic | 1 | Yes |
| Surface Water Treatment 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 68339 | 0.00528 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 68501 | 0.00441 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 68502 | 0.00441 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 68503 | 0.00441 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 68504 | 0.00441 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 68505 | 0.00441 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 68506 | 0.00441 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 68507 | 0.00441 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 68508 | 0.00441 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 68509 | 0.00441 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 68510 | 0.00441 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 68512 | 0.00441 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 68514 | 0.00441 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 68516 | 0.00441 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 68517 | 0.00441 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 68520 | 0.00441 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 68521 | 0.00441 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 68522 | 0.00441 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 68523 | 0.00441 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 68524 | 0.00441 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.
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: 26 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 8 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.
This system serves 34 ZIP codes:
68336 · 68339 · 68430 · 68461 · 68462 68501 · 68502 · 68503 · 68504 · 68505 68506 · 68507 · 68508 · 68509 · 68510 68512 · 68514 · 68516 · 68517 · 68520 68521 · 68522 · 68523 · 68524 · 68526 68527 · 68528 · 68529 · 68531 · 68532 68542 · 68544 · 68583 · 68588
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Lincoln, (NE3110926) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is City of Lincoln, water safe to drink?
City of Lincoln, has recorded 1 health-based violation in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.
How many people does City of Lincoln, serve?
City of Lincoln, serves approximately 296,000 people across 34 ZIP codes in Nebraska.
Where does City of Lincoln, get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean
This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.
Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.
Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →
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.
How Water Systems Appear in Rankings
Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What You Can Do
Test your water
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Contact your utility
City of Lincoln, (EPA ID: NE3110926) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.