F16/100
HOLDREGE, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,555 people · Nebraska
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NE3113705
Violations
17
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Enforcement: 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 HOLDREGE, CITY OF
Is HOLDREGE, CITY OF water safe to drink?
HOLDREGE, CITY OF water receives a grade of F (16/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 17 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HOLDREGE, CITY OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in HOLDREGE, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HOLDREGE, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, HOLDREGE, CITY OF has 17 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MCL, MR. 16 are health-based violations.
How many people does HOLDREGE, CITY OF serve?
HOLDREGE, CITY OF serves approximately 5,555 people, Nebraska. The system provides water to 1 community: Holdrege.
What type of water does HOLDREGE, CITY OF provide?
HOLDREGE, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NE3113705.
How does HOLDREGE, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Nebraska?
HOLDREGE, CITY OF scores 16/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Nebraska state page for a full comparison of water systems.