Water Quality in Kearney, NE
55 water systems serving 37,463 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Kearney water systems is 1.8 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 607 |
| Health-based violations | 309 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Kearney
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kearney tap water safe to drink?
Kearney tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Kearney, Nebraska?
Kearney has 55 public water systems serving approximately 37,463 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 1.8 ppb. There are 607 total violations on record.
Does Kearney have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 1.8 ppb across Kearney's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Kearney?
55 public water systems are registered in Kearney, Nebraska with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 37,463 people.