D22/100
YORK, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,091 people · Nebraska
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NE3118706
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.51 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.008 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2016.
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 YORK, CITY OF
Is YORK, CITY OF water safe to drink?
YORK, CITY OF water receives a grade of D (22/100), which is considered poor. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 15 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has YORK, CITY OF detected?
32 contaminants were tested in YORK, 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 YORK, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, YORK, CITY OF has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MCL, MR. 13 are health-based violations.
How many people does YORK, CITY OF serve?
YORK, CITY OF serves approximately 8,091 people, Nebraska. The system provides water to 1 community: York.
What type of water does YORK, CITY OF provide?
YORK, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NE3118706.
How does YORK, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Nebraska?
YORK, CITY OF scores 22/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Nebraska state page for a full comparison of water systems.