Current Noncompliance NE

Meadowbrook Estates Water System

EPA ID: NE3121363 ยท 675 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Meadowbrook Estates Water System (NE3121363): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Meadowbrook Estates Water System's current EPA file includes 1 unresolved violation - every outstanding finding is documented in federal records for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 675 residents across its service territory.

Data: EPA SDWIS

675
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
1
Contaminants Flagged
$249K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Meadowbrook Estates Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$82,256
Median Household Income
71,190
Service Area Population
31%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Meadowbrook Estates Water System serves a community with a median household income of $82,256 and an estimated 71,190 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 31% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Meadowbrook Estates Water System'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

46 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
24 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 66% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Meadowbrook Estates Water System compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,400
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,900

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.

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

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,900 (one-time) vs. $5,000 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

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

Meadowbrook Estates Water System (EPA ID: NE3121363) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 675 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Violation History

1 current noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 0 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)

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

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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

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 the full compliance record for Meadowbrook Estates Water System (NE3121363) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Meadowbrook Estates Water System water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Meadowbrook Estates Water System serve?

Meadowbrook Estates Water System serves approximately 675 people across 3 ZIP codes in Nebraska.

Where does Meadowbrook Estates Water System get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Meadowbrook Estates Water System's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 2 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 Meadowbrook Estates Water System serve?
Meadowbrook Estates Water System serves approximately 675 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Meadowbrook Estates Water System's water source?
Meadowbrook Estates Water System draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Meadowbrook Estates Water System's service area?
The Meadowbrook Estates Water System service area has a median household income of $82,256. EPA EJScreen data classifies 31% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Meadowbrook Estates Water System get its water?
Meadowbrook Estates Water System'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

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