Water Quality in Columbus, NE (68601)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 68601.
Active Health Violations
9 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 92% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
30,944
Population
41
Water Systems
58
Violations (5yr)
9
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (41)
Columbus, City Of
Central Community College
Lakeview Community Schools
4 health-basedPlatte Co Dist #10 - Shell Creek Elm
7 Mile Mini Mart
Country View Estates
Elks Country Club
Discovery Subdivision
Loseke Lake Stop Llc
St Johns Lutheran School
Circle H Mobile Home Park
Silver Trailer Park
Ck Grill & Bar
2 health-basedEvergreen Court
Superior Industries, Inc
Christ Lutheran School
1 health-basedBay Meadows Trailer Court
Adm Animal Nutrition
Twister Bar & Grill
Rite-Way Cafe
Lone Star Trading Post Llc
Backyard Lounge
Kuhn Oil Co
Platte Co District 3
T-Bone Truck Stop
2 health-basedBehlen Mfg Co
Suzie'S Little River Cafe
Teddy Bear Land
Shenanigans
Country Club Inn
Henke Machine Inc
Columbus Drive In
Platte Co District 9-S
Southgate Camping
Wishbones Bldg
Platte Co District 9-N
Hy-Vee (Columbus)
Papa Mike'S
All resolvedDouglas & Lomason Ind
Super Saver Columbus
Civil Defense Region 10
Contaminants Found
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Columbus (68601) has more violations than 92% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 58.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.