Water System Report NE

Middle Island Lake Association

EPA ID: NE3120623 · 92 people served · 1 ZIP code

Middle Island Lake Association carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 92 residents.

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

B · 70
Avg Safety Score
92
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00118 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$473K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Middle Island Lake Association Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$129,479
Median Household Income
352
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
39%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Middle Island Lake Association serves a community with a median household income of $129,479 and an estimated 352 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Middle Island Lake Association'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
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Cass 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

28 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
42 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 40% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Nebraska

B 3 violations
0 violations
A 1 violation
A 0 violations
C 1 violation

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

Middle Island Lake Association (EPA ID: NE3120623) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 92 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 68058 in South Bend.

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
68058 0.00118 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 Middle Island Lake Association (NE3120623) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Middle Island Lake Association water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Middle Island Lake Association has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Middle Island Lake Association serve?

Middle Island Lake Association serves approximately 92 people across 1 ZIP code in Nebraska.

Where does Middle Island Lake Association 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
12
Unknown Material
42
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.
Population served: 92
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 Middle Island Lake Association safe to drink?
Middle Island Lake Association 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?
Middle Island Lake Association meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Middle Island Lake Association serve?
Middle Island Lake Association serves approximately 92 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Middle Island Lake Association's water source?
Middle Island Lake Association draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Middle Island Lake Association's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00118 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Middle Island Lake Association's service area?
The Middle Island Lake Association service area has a median household income of $129,479. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Middle Island Lake Association get its water?
Middle Island Lake Association'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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