Water System Report NE

Carleton, Village of

EPA ID: NE3116904 · 86 people served · 1 ZIP code

In the most recent five-year monitoring window, Carleton, Village of posted zero EPA violations serving 86 residents.

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

D · 47
Avg Safety Score
86
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0108 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$116K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$79,853
Median Household Income
313
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
87%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Carleton, Village of serves a community with a median household income of $79,853 and an estimated 313 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

Carleton, 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 1% of homes in Thayer 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

126 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Lead
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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C 1 violation
0 violations
0 violations
0 violations
A 2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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

Carleton, Village of (EPA ID: NE3116904) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 86 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 68326 in Carleton.

Average Home Safety Score: D (47/100)

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
68326 0.0108 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 Carleton, Village of (NE3116904) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carleton, Village of water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Carleton, Village of serve?

Carleton, Village of serves approximately 86 people across 1 ZIP code in Nebraska.

Where does Carleton, 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
0
Unknown Material
66
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: 86
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 Carleton, Village of safe to drink?
Carleton, Village of has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Carleton, 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 Carleton, Village of serve?
Carleton, Village of serves approximately 86 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Carleton, Village of's water source?
Carleton, Village of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Carleton, Village of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0108 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Carleton, Village of's service area?
The Carleton, Village of service area has a median household income of $79,853. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Carleton, Village of get its water?
Carleton, 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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1

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3

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