Water System Report NE

Otoe Company Rwd 1

EPA ID: NE3113109 · 714 people served · 1 ZIP code

In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Otoe Company Rwd 1 ha come through without a single EPA violation — a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 714 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.

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

714
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$167K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Otoe Company Rwd 1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$74,217
Median Household Income
8,946
Service Area Population
40%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
75%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Otoe Company Rwd 1 serves a community with a median household income of $74,217 and an estimated 8,946 residents across its service area. Approximately 75% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 40% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Otoe Company Rwd 1'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Otoe 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

60 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
5 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 92% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,800
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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

Otoe Company Rwd 1 (EPA ID: NE3113109) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 714 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 68410 in Nebraska City.

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

  • 68410 — Nebraska City

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Otoe Company Rwd 1 (NE3113109) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Otoe Company Rwd 1 water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Otoe Company Rwd 1 has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Otoe Company Rwd 1 serve?

Otoe Company Rwd 1 serves approximately 714 people across 1 ZIP code in Nebraska.

Where does Otoe Company Rwd 1 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
14
Galvanized — Replacement Required
370
Unknown Material
4
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 4G.
Population served: 714
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?
Otoe Company Rwd 1 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Otoe Company Rwd 1 serve?
Otoe Company Rwd 1 serves approximately 714 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Otoe Company Rwd 1's water source?
Otoe Company Rwd 1 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Otoe Company Rwd 1's service area?
The Otoe Company Rwd 1 service area has a median household income of $74,217. EPA EJScreen data classifies 40% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Otoe Company Rwd 1 get its water?
Otoe Company Rwd 1'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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