A92/100
WASHINGTON CO RURAL WATER 1 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,964 people · Nebraska
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NE3120004
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2000.
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 WASHINGTON CO RURAL WATER 1
Is WASHINGTON CO RURAL WATER 1 water safe to drink?
WASHINGTON CO RURAL WATER 1 water receives a grade of A (92/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 4 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WASHINGTON CO RURAL WATER 1 detected?
4 contaminants were tested in WASHINGTON CO RURAL WATER 1's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WASHINGTON CO RURAL WATER 1 have any EPA violations?
Yes, WASHINGTON CO RURAL WATER 1 has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2000. Violation types include MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does WASHINGTON CO RURAL WATER 1 serve?
WASHINGTON CO RURAL WATER 1 serves approximately 1,964 people, Nebraska.
What type of water does WASHINGTON CO RURAL WATER 1 provide?
WASHINGTON CO RURAL WATER 1 sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NE3120004.
How does WASHINGTON CO RURAL WATER 1 compare to other utilities in Nebraska?
WASHINGTON CO RURAL WATER 1 scores 92/100 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.