Omaha, Nebraska: Is the Tap Water Safe to Drink?

2026 EPA water quality data for 23 community water systems serving 668,070+ residents. See violations, PFAS results, lead test results, and safety grades — free.

Is Omaha Tap Water Safe to Drink?

Based on the latest EPA data, Omaha tap water meets all federal drinking water standards. All 23 tested systems have received a safety grade of A or B, with no active health-based violations.

Omaha Water Quality Overview

Omaha, Nebraska is served by 23 community water systems providing water to approximately 668,070 residents. These systems draw from groundwater (13), surface water purchased (9), surface water (1) sources. Omaha water systems have recorded 3 health-based violations in their history, though none are currently active. Including monitoring and reporting violations, there are 161 total violations on record.

Water Systems

Health Violations

23/23

Rated A or B

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All 23 water systems in Omaha

METROPOLITAN UTILITIES DISTRICT A

OMAHA, NE · 660,000 people · Surface Water ✓ No recent health violations

LAKELAND ESTATES WATER COMPANY A

OMAHA, NE · 1,552 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

SARPY CO SID 23 - WESTMONT SUBDIVISION A

OMAHA, NE · 980 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

UNION PACIFIC BAILEY YARDS A

OMAHA, NE · 890 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

MAPLEWOOD ESTATES MOBILE HOME PARK A

OMAHA, NE · 805 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

MEADOWBROOK ESTATES WATER SYSTEM A

OMAHA, NE · 675 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

DOUGLAS CO SID 284 -TRAILRIDGE RANCHES A

OMAHA, NE · 450 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

UNION PACIFIC / SO MORRILL RR YARDS A

OMAHA, NE · 450 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

DOUGLAS CO SID 277 - THE FARM A

OMAHA, NE · 450 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

DOUGLAS CO SID 303 - SKYLINE WOODS A

OMAHA, NE · 450 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

GLENN CUNNINGHAM LAKE A

OMAHA, NE · 345 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

RIVERVIEW PARK RESORT & MARINA LLC A

OMAHA, NE · 228 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

RIVER BEND CAMPGROUND A

OMAHA, NE · 130 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

DOUGLAS CO SID 258 - CARAT HOMES A

OMAHA, NE · 125 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

NO NAME NUTRITION WT016 A

OMAHA, NE · 110 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

AQUA EXPRESS (WT000) A

OMAHA, NE · 100 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

SANDY POINTE LAKE DEVELOPMENT A

OMAHA, NE · 100 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

LITE INDUSTRIAL STORAGE PARK LIMITED A

OMAHA, NE · 50 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

BISH'S RV A

OMAHA, NE · 44 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

SUZANNE & WALTER SCOTT FOUNDATION A

OMAHA, NE · 40 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

HY VEE 1465 NE0064 OMAHA A

OMAHA, NE · 36 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

ELKHORN SHORES A

OMAHA, NE · 35 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

SCHMIDLEY'S DRIVING RANGE A

OMAHA, NE · 25 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

Looking for water quality data across the whole state? See our full Nebraska tap water safety report covering Nebraska’s EPA-regulated water systems.

Omaha Drinking Water: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Omaha, Nebraska tap water safe to drink?

Based on the latest EPA data, Omaha tap water meets all federal drinking water standards. All 23 tested systems have received a safety grade of A or B, with no active health-based violations.

How many water utilities serve Omaha, Nebraska?

23 community water systems serve Omaha, Nebraska, providing water to approximately 668,070 people. Different neighborhoods may be served by different utilities. Enter your ZIP code at the top to find your specific provider.

Does Omaha tap water have lead?

Lead in drinking water typically enters from old pipes and fixtures inside homes and buildings, not from the treatment plant. The EPA requires water systems to monitor for lead under the Lead and Copper Rule. Click any water system above to see its most recent 90th-percentile lead test results. Homes built before 1986 are most likely to have lead plumbing components.

What contaminants have been found in Omaha drinking water?

EPA violation records for Omaha water systems are listed on each utility's report page. Common regulated contaminants include disinfection byproducts (TTHMs, HAA5), coliform bacteria, nitrates, and lead. Click any utility above to see its full violation history going back 10 years.

How do I find out which water company serves my address in Omaha?

Enter your Omaha ZIP code in the search box at the top of this page. ClearWater will identify the specific water system serving your area and show you its EPA violation history, lead test results, and an overall safety grade. You can also check your water bill or your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR).