A87/100
AUBURN, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,478 people · Nebraska
Water Source
Groundwater Under Influence of Surface Water
County
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System ID
NE3112703
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
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 2019.
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 AUBURN, CITY OF
Is AUBURN, CITY OF water safe to drink?
AUBURN, CITY OF water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 51 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has AUBURN, CITY OF detected?
51 contaminants were tested in AUBURN, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does AUBURN, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, AUBURN, CITY OF has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include TT. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does AUBURN, CITY OF serve?
AUBURN, CITY OF serves approximately 3,478 people, Nebraska. The system provides water to 1 community: Auburn.
What type of water does AUBURN, CITY OF provide?
AUBURN, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater under influence of surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NE3112703.
How does AUBURN, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Nebraska?
AUBURN, CITY OF scores 87/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Nebraska state page for a full comparison of water systems.