B71/100
PIERCE, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,800 people · Nebraska
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NE3113904
Violations
6
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
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2023 – February 16, 2024Rule: Ground Water 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 PIERCE, CITY OF
Is PIERCE, CITY OF water safe to drink?
PIERCE, CITY OF water receives a grade of B (71/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PIERCE, CITY OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in PIERCE, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PIERCE, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, PIERCE, CITY OF has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR, MCL. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does PIERCE, CITY OF serve?
PIERCE, CITY OF serves approximately 1,800 people, Nebraska. The system provides water to 1 community: Pierce.
What type of water does PIERCE, CITY OF provide?
PIERCE, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NE3113904.
How does PIERCE, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Nebraska?
PIERCE, CITY OF scores 71/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Nebraska state page for a full comparison of water systems.