F0/100
OGALLALA, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,878 people · Nebraska
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NE3110102
Violations
22
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2010.
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 OGALLALA, CITY OF
Is OGALLALA, CITY OF water safe to drink?
OGALLALA, CITY OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 22 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has OGALLALA, CITY OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in OGALLALA, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does OGALLALA, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, OGALLALA, CITY OF has 22 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2010. Violation types include MCL. 22 are health-based violations.
How many people does OGALLALA, CITY OF serve?
OGALLALA, CITY OF serves approximately 4,878 people, Nebraska. The system provides water to 1 community: Ogallala.
What type of water does OGALLALA, CITY OF provide?
OGALLALA, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NE3110102.
How does OGALLALA, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Nebraska?
OGALLALA, CITY OF scores 0/100 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.