PFAS Contamination in Nebraska
52 contamination sites tracked
Nebraska has 52 identified PFAS contamination sites tracked in our database, sourced from EPA monitoring data. PFAS "forever chemicals" have been detected in water supplies, soil, and industrial sites across the state. These per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances persist in the environment and pose potential health risks. Use the map to explore specific sites or contact a remediation professional for help.
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Get a Free Assessment →Nebraska's PFAS contamination centers on Offutt Air Force Base near Omaha and agricultural applications across the state's farming regions. Offutt AFB, home to Strategic Command, has documented extensive soil and groundwater contamination from firefighting foam use, with contamination plumes extending toward the Missouri River and potentially affecting Omaha's water supply system. The base's critical national security role and long operational history have created widespread contamination requiring sophisticated remediation approaches.
The Platte River watershed, critical for irrigation and municipal water supplies, faces contamination risks from various sources including potential biosolids applications and industrial activities. Nebraska's extensive agricultural economy, particularly cattle and corn production, requires protection from PFAS contamination that could affect livestock health and crop irrigation. The High Plains aquifer system underlying much of the state needs protection from expanding contamination sources.
Key Facts
- Offutt AFB contamination threatens Missouri River and Omaha water supply systems
- Platte River watershed critical for irrigation faces multiple contamination risks
- High Plains aquifer system requires protection from expanding sources
State Regulations
Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality follows EPA guidelines with enhanced monitoring requirements for groundwater systems near military installations. The state coordinates with other High Plains states on aquifer protection measures and provides assistance for agricultural operations.
Cities (49)
Sites (52)
HASTINGS, CITY OF
HASTINGS, NE · Public Water System · 3 contaminants
CLEARWATER, VILLAGE OF
CLEARWATER, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
ALLIANCE, CITY OF
ALLIANCE, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
KEARNEY, CITY OF
KEARNEY, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
PLATTSMOUTH, CITY OF
PLATTSMOUTH, NE · Public Water System · 3 contaminants
IMPERIAL, CITY OF
IMPERIAL, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
SIDNEY, CITY OF
SIDNEY, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
SCHUYLER, CITY OF
SCHUYLER, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
WEST POINT, CITY OF
WEST POINT, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
BROKEN BOW, CITY OF
BROKEN BOW, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
SOUTH SIOUX CITY, CITY OF
SOUTH SIOUX CITY, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
CHADRON, CITY OF
CHADRON, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
COZAD, CITY OF
COZAD, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
GOTHENBURG, CITY OF
GOTHENBURG, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
LEXINGTON, CITY OF
LEXINGTON, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
GREEN ACRES MOBILE HOME PARK
OMAHA, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
FREMONT, CITY OF
FREMONT, NE · Public Water System · 3 contaminants
METROPOLITAN UTILITIES DISTRICT
OMAHA, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
BENKELMAN, CITY OF
BENKELMAN, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
BEAVER CITY, CITY OF
BEAVER, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
BEATRICE, CITY OF
BEATRICE, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
ELWOOD, VILLAGE OF
ELWOOD, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
GRAND ISLAND, CITY OF
GRAND ISLAND, NE · Public Water System · 5 contaminants
AURORA, CITY OF
AURORA, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
ALMA, CITY OF
ALMA, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
ONEILL, CITY OF
O'NEILL, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
FAIRBURY, CITY OF
FAIRBURY, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
OGALLALA, CITY OF
OGALLALA, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
LANCASTER CO RWD 1
BENNET, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
LINCOLN, CITY OF
LINCOLN, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
NORTH PLATTE, CITY OF
NORTH PLATTE, NE · Public Water System · 3 contaminants
NORFOLK, CITY OF
NORFOLK, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
AUBURN, CITY OF
AUBURN, NE · Public Water System · 2 contaminants
NEBRASKA CITY, CITY OF
NEBRAKSA CITY, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
HOLDREGE, CITY OF
HOLDREGE, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
COLUMBUS, CITY OF
COLUMBUS, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
MCCOOK, CITY OF
MCCOOK, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
FALLS CITY, CITY OF
FALLS CITY, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
CRETE, CITY OF
CRETE, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
GRETNA, CITY OF
GRETNA, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
PAPILLION, CITY OF
PAPILLION, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
WAHOO, CITY OF
WAHOO, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
SCOTTSBLUFF, CITY OF
SCOTTSBLUFF, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
GERING, CITY OF
GERING, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
SEWARD, CITY OF
SEWARD, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
ARLINGTON, VILLAGE OF
ARLINGTON, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
BLAIR, CITY OF
BLAIR, NE · Public Water System · 2 contaminants
WAYNE, CITY OF
WAYNE, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
YORK, CITY OF
YORK, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
TYSON FRESH MEATS, INC - DAKOTA CITY
DAKOTA CITY, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
CITY OF GRETNA - SAPP BROS
GRETNA, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
SAUNDERS CO SID 4 - PAWNEE MEADOWS
FREMONT, NE · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
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Nebraska has 52 PFAS contamination sites tracked in our database, sourced from EPA data.
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