Monitoring Violations NE

Newport, Village of

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EPA ID: NE3114901 · 80 people served · 1 ZIP code

1 open EPA finding remain on record at Newport, Village of — the utility supplies approximately 80 people.

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

A · 97

Avg Safety Score

People Served

ZIP Code Served

Violations (5yr)

Groundwater

Water Source

0.00127 mg/L

Max Lead Level

Zone 3

Radon Risk · Low

Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$73,750

Median Household Income

381

Service Area Population

Disadvantaged Population

40th

Poverty Percentile

70th

Energy Burden Percentile

80%

Pre-1986 Housing

The Newport, Village of serves a community with a median household income of $73,750 and an estimated 381 residents across its service area. Approximately 80% 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

Newport, 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.

Moderate Risk

Source Contamination Risk

0th

Wastewater Discharge Proximity

0th

Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Rock 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

67 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

Detected Contaminants

How Newport, Village of compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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Cost of Inaction

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

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years

$2,500

10 years

$5,000

20 years

$10,000

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

Newport, Village of (EPA ID: NE3114901) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 80 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 68759 in Newport.

Average Home Safety Score: A (97/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

2 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date	Contaminant	Type	Status
July 1, 2025	Consumer Confidence Report Rule	Monitoring	Resolved
October 17, 2024	Stage 2 DBP Rule	Monitoring	Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant	Category	Violations	Health-Based
Stage 2 DBP Rule	Treatment Failure	1	No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule	Reporting 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
68759	0.00127 mg/L	No	N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

68759 — Newport

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Newport, Village of (NE3114901) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Newport, Village of water safe to drink?

Newport, Village of has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Newport, Village of serve?

Newport, Village of serves approximately 80 people across 1 ZIP code in Nebraska.

Where does Newport, 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:

Confirmed Lead

Galvanized — Replacement Required

Unknown Material

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.

Compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 4G.

Population served: 80

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 Newport, Village of safe to drink? ▼

Newport, Village of earns a A safety grade with 2 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.

What contaminants are in Newport, Village of's water? ▼

Detected contaminants include Stage 2 DBP Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.

Should I use a water filter? ▼

Given 2 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.

How many people does Newport, Village of serve? ▼

Newport, Village of serves approximately 80 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.

What is Newport, Village of's water source? ▼

Newport, Village of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.

Is there lead in Newport, Village of's water? ▼

The maximum detected lead level is 0.00127 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.

What is the demographic profile of Newport, Village of's service area? ▼

The Newport, Village of service area has a median household income of $73,750. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.

Where does Newport, Village of get its water? ▼

What You Can Do

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Newport, Village of (EPA ID: NE3114901) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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