C49/100
WAKEFIELD, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,450 people · Nebraska
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NE3105107
Violations
12
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.41 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 WAKEFIELD, CITY OF
Is WAKEFIELD, CITY OF water safe to drink?
WAKEFIELD, CITY OF water receives a grade of C (49/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 12 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WAKEFIELD, CITY OF detected?
2 contaminants were tested in WAKEFIELD, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WAKEFIELD, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, WAKEFIELD, CITY OF has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, MCL, TT. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does WAKEFIELD, CITY OF serve?
WAKEFIELD, CITY OF serves approximately 1,450 people, Nebraska. The system provides water to 1 community: Wakefield.
What type of water does WAKEFIELD, CITY OF provide?
WAKEFIELD, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NE3105107.
How does WAKEFIELD, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Nebraska?
WAKEFIELD, CITY OF scores 49/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Nebraska state page for a full comparison of water systems.