C48/100
ASHLAND, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,086 people · Nebraska
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NE3115506
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 3.05 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2014.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About ASHLAND, CITY OF
Is ASHLAND, CITY OF water safe to drink?
ASHLAND, CITY OF water receives a grade of C (48/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 9 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ASHLAND, CITY OF detected?
2 contaminants were tested in ASHLAND, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ASHLAND, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, ASHLAND, CITY OF has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MCL, MR. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does ASHLAND, CITY OF serve?
ASHLAND, CITY OF serves approximately 3,086 people, Nebraska. The system provides water to 1 community: Ashland.
What type of water does ASHLAND, CITY OF provide?
ASHLAND, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NE3115506.
How does ASHLAND, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Nebraska?
ASHLAND, CITY OF scores 48/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Nebraska state page for a full comparison of water systems.