Lower Big Blue Nrd - Beatrice West
EPA ID: NE3120998 · 126 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Lower Big Blue Nrd - Beatrice West (NE3120998): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. Federal SDWIS data returns no violation records for Lower Big Blue Nrd - Beatrice West, the supplier serving 126 residents - a statement about the EPA file rather than a measurement of contaminant levels in the water.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Lower Big Blue Nrd - Beatrice West Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Lower Big Blue Nrd - Beatrice West have a median household income of $58,608 and about 14,381 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). 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?
Lower Big Blue Nrd - Beatrice West's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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System Overview
Lower Big Blue Nrd - Beatrice West (EPA ID: NE3120998) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 126 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 68310 in Beatrice.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0018 mg/L | No | 2025-12-31 |
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.
- 68310 - Beatrice
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Lower Big Blue Nrd - Beatrice West (NE3120998) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lower Big Blue Nrd - Beatrice West water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Lower Big Blue Nrd - Beatrice West 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 Lower Big Blue Nrd - Beatrice West serve?
Lower Big Blue Nrd - Beatrice West serves approximately 126 people across 1 ZIP code in Nebraska.
Where does Lower Big Blue Nrd - Beatrice West get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Lower Big Blue Nrd - Beatrice West Water Quality Report, NE. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ne3120998/
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