Water System Report NE

Silver Creek, Village of

EPA ID: NE3112104 · 449 people served · 1 ZIP code

Zero EPA violations over five years — Silver Creek, Village of has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 449.

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

B · 83
Avg Safety Score
449
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0027 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$200K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$65,040
Median Household Income
734
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
87%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Silver Creek, Village of serves a community with a median household income of $65,040 and an estimated 734 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?

Groundwater

Silver Creek, 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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 3% of homes in Merrick 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

65 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 100% 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 $400
Total Estimated Cost $400

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

Silver Creek, Village of (EPA ID: NE3112104) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 449 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 68663 in Silver Creek.

Average Home Safety Score: B (83/100)

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
68663 0.0027 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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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 Silver Creek, Village of (NE3112104) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Silver Creek, Village of water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Silver Creek, Village of serve?

Silver Creek, Village of serves approximately 449 people across 1 ZIP code in Nebraska.

Where does Silver Creek, 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
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
6
Unknown Material
207
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 449
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 Silver Creek, Village of safe to drink?
Silver Creek, Village of earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Silver Creek, 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 Silver Creek, Village of serve?
Silver Creek, Village of serves approximately 449 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Silver Creek, Village of's water source?
Silver Creek, Village of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Silver Creek, Village of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0027 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Silver Creek, Village of's service area?
The Silver Creek, Village of service area has a median household income of $65,040. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Silver Creek, Village of get its water?
Silver Creek, 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.
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