Water System Report NE

Nemaha Company Rwd #2

EPA ID: NE3112707 · 1,011 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, Nemaha Company Rwd #2 stands out with zero EPA violations over five consecutive monitoring years, delivering safe tap water to 1,011 residents and showing no enforcement activity across the entire reporting span.

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

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
1,011
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0018 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$148K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Nemaha Company Rwd #2 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$65,540
Median Household Income
5,051
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
77%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Nemaha Company Rwd #2 serves a community with a median household income of $65,540 and an estimated 5,051 residents across its service area. Approximately 77% 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

Nemaha Company Rwd #2'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Nemaha 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

66 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
3 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 96% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Nebraska

City of Fort Calhoun
1,010 people
C 0 violations
City of Red Cloud
1,020 people
C 1 violation
City of Harvard
1,000 people
C 0 violations
City of Bloomfield
1,025 people
B 0 violations
City of Arapahoe
1,026 people
C 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $600
PFAS Treatment $250
Total Estimated Cost $2,050

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,050 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Nemaha Company Rwd #2 (EPA ID: NE3112707) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 1,011 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

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
68378 0.0018 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 Nemaha Company Rwd #2 (NE3112707) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nemaha Company Rwd #2 water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Nemaha Company Rwd #2 has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Nemaha Company Rwd #2 serve?

Nemaha Company Rwd #2 serves approximately 1,011 people across 2 ZIP codes in Nebraska.

Where does Nemaha Company Rwd #2 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
0
Unknown Material
516
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,011
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 Nemaha Company Rwd #2 safe to drink?
Nemaha Company Rwd #2 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?
Nemaha Company Rwd #2 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Nemaha Company Rwd #2 serve?
Nemaha Company Rwd #2 serves approximately 1,011 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Nemaha Company Rwd #2's water source?
Nemaha Company Rwd #2 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Nemaha Company Rwd #2's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0018 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Nemaha Company Rwd #2's service area?
The Nemaha Company Rwd #2 service area has a median household income of $65,540. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Nemaha Company Rwd #2 get its water?
Nemaha Company Rwd #2'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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