Washington Company Rural Water 1
EPA ID: NE3120004 · 1,964 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Washington Company Rural Water 1 (NE3120004): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. Violation-free in EPA records - Washington Company Rural Water 1, 1,964 residents served.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Washington Company Rural Water 1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Washington Company Rural Water 1 have a median household income of $71,017 and about 19,111 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 81% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 31% of census tracts in the counties mapped to this service area are designated disadvantaged by the federal Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST, 2022 version). 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?
Washington Company Rural Water 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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Nebraska
System Overview
Washington Company Rural Water 1 (EPA ID: NE3120004) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 1,964 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0041 mg/L | No | 2024-12-31 |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
ZIP Codes Served
Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by NE or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Washington Company Rural Water 1 (NE3120004) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Washington Company Rural Water 1 water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Washington Company Rural Water 1 in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does Washington Company Rural Water 1 serve?
Washington Company Rural Water 1 serves approximately 1,964 people across 2 ZIP codes in Nebraska.
Where does Washington Company Rural Water 1 get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Washington Company Rural Water 1 Water Quality Report, NE. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ne3120004/
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