A86/100
GOTHENBURG, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,578 people · Nebraska
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NE3104702
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024 – May 20, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Maximum Contaminant Level Violation
When: August 1, 2024 – August 31, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 GOTHENBURG, CITY OF
Is GOTHENBURG, CITY OF water safe to drink?
GOTHENBURG, CITY OF water receives a grade of A (86/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has GOTHENBURG, CITY OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in GOTHENBURG, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GOTHENBURG, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, GOTHENBURG, CITY OF has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does GOTHENBURG, CITY OF serve?
GOTHENBURG, CITY OF serves approximately 3,578 people, Nebraska. The system provides water to 1 community: Gothenburg.
What type of water does GOTHENBURG, CITY OF provide?
GOTHENBURG, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NE3104702.
How does GOTHENBURG, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Nebraska?
GOTHENBURG, CITY OF scores 86/100 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.