Water System Report NE

Douglas, Village of

EPA ID: NE3113112 · 200 people served · 1 ZIP code

EPA data: Douglas, Village of — zero violations, five years, 200 served.

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

B · 70
Avg Safety Score
200
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00275 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$168K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$86,442
Median Household Income
472
Service Area Population
40%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
67%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Douglas, Village of serves a community with a median household income of $86,442 and an estimated 472 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% 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?

Groundwater

Douglas, 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
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

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 69% 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 Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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

Douglas, Village of (EPA ID: NE3113112) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 200 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 68344 in Douglas.

Average Home Safety Score: B (70/100)

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
68344 0.00275 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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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 Douglas, Village of (NE3113112) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Douglas, Village of water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Douglas, Village of serve?

Douglas, Village of serves approximately 200 people across 1 ZIP code in Nebraska.

Where does Douglas, 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
16
Unknown Material
94
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: 200
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 Douglas, Village of safe to drink?
Douglas, 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?
Douglas, 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 Douglas, Village of serve?
Douglas, Village of serves approximately 200 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Douglas, Village of's water source?
Douglas, Village of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Douglas, Village of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00275 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Douglas, Village of's service area?
The Douglas, Village of service area has a median household income of $86,442. EPA EJScreen data classifies 40% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Douglas, Village of get its water?
Douglas, 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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