Water System Report NE

Lower Big Blue Nrd - Wymore

EPA ID: NE3121368 · 856 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Five clean years on EPA record — Lower Big Blue Nrd - Wymore, 856 residents served.

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

856
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$120K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Lower Big Blue Nrd - Wymore Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$58,304
Median Household Income
16,056
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
84%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lower Big Blue Nrd - Wymore serves a community with a median household income of $58,304 and an estimated 16,056 residents across its service area. Approximately 84% 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

Lower Big Blue Nrd - Wymore'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
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Gage County, Nebraska rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

93 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
3 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 97% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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

Lower Big Blue Nrd - Wymore (EPA ID: NE3121368) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 856 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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 Lower Big Blue Nrd - Wymore (NE3121368) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lower Big Blue Nrd - Wymore water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Lower Big Blue Nrd - Wymore has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Lower Big Blue Nrd - Wymore serve?

Lower Big Blue Nrd - Wymore serves approximately 856 people across 2 ZIP codes in Nebraska.

Where does Lower Big Blue Nrd - Wymore 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
7
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
186
Confirmed Non-Lead

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: 856
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

Should I use a water filter?
Lower Big Blue Nrd - Wymore meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Lower Big Blue Nrd - Wymore serve?
Lower Big Blue Nrd - Wymore serves approximately 856 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Lower Big Blue Nrd - Wymore's water source?
Lower Big Blue Nrd - Wymore draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Lower Big Blue Nrd - Wymore's service area?
The Lower Big Blue Nrd - Wymore service area has a median household income of $58,304. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Lower Big Blue Nrd - Wymore get its water?
Lower Big Blue Nrd - Wymore'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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