A89/100
METROPOLITAN UTILITIES DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 660,000 people · Nebraska
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NE3105507
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.012 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Missed required monitoring deadline
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: April 1, 2023 – April 30, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment 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 METROPOLITAN UTILITIES DISTRICT
Is METROPOLITAN UTILITIES DISTRICT water safe to drink?
METROPOLITAN UTILITIES DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (89/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has METROPOLITAN UTILITIES DISTRICT detected?
76 contaminants were tested in METROPOLITAN UTILITIES DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does METROPOLITAN UTILITIES DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, METROPOLITAN UTILITIES DISTRICT has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR, TT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does METROPOLITAN UTILITIES DISTRICT serve?
METROPOLITAN UTILITIES DISTRICT serves approximately 660,000 people, Nebraska. The system provides water to 1 community: Omaha.
What type of water does METROPOLITAN UTILITIES DISTRICT provide?
METROPOLITAN UTILITIES DISTRICT sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NE3105507.
How does METROPOLITAN UTILITIES DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Nebraska?
METROPOLITAN UTILITIES DISTRICT scores 89/100 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.