Tap Water Quality in Lincoln, NE
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Lincoln Drinking Water Overview
Population: ~295,000 | Source: Groundwater wellfields along Platte River
Lincoln draws from wellfields in the Platte River valley, where alluvial groundwater is abundant but affected by agricultural activity. Nitrate levels have risen steadily in some wells, prompting the city to develop new wellfield locations. Naturally occurring uranium has also been detected in some deeper wells.
Common water quality concerns in Lincoln
Nitrates
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Atrazine
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Naturally occurring uranium
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What's in your Lincoln water report
Contaminant levels
Every detected contaminant in your Lincoln water system, compared to EPA limits and health guidelines.
Violation history
All EPA violations on record for water systems serving Lincoln, including health-based and monitoring violations.
Water quality grade
An A through F grade based on violation history, contaminant levels, and health guideline comparisons.
Filter recommendations
Which type of water filter will actually remove the contaminants found in your specific water system.
Water quality in nearby cities
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