Omaha water company –
Nebraska water experts

Omaha’s water meets federal and state regulations for drinking water and is safe to consume. Water treatment facilities in Florence, Platte West and Platte South soften, clarify, filter and disinfect water before it’s used by local businesses. The Metropolitan Utilities District (MUD) performs more than 1,000 tests a day to monitor the water supply for harmful contaminants.

While Omaha water complies with government guidelines, the Environmental Working Group (EWG) has found contaminants in the water supply that exceed its health-based standards. Local businesses may wish to provide employees with cleaner drinking water by installing water coolers that filter additional impurities.

Omaha has hard water, but the mineral content doesn’t affect its safety. Water hardness is a concern because of the calcium deposits left behind on sinks, faucets, dishes and kettles. Some people also find that hard water causes dry or itchy skin.

Your employees can drink hard water, but offering them filtered water and beverages can show you value and appreciate them. Consider upgrading your break room with ice machines, sparkling water dispensers and coffee machines using clean local water.

Omaha’s drinking water is sourced from surface water and groundwater, including the Missouri River, Platte Rivers and Dakota sandstone aquifer. After the water is treated to remove bacteria, viruses and contaminants, it’s safe for consumption. About 90 million gallons of water are served to Omaha residents daily, traveling through 3,100 miles of water mains.

Make the most of Omaha’s water by investing in a quality water dispenser at work. Learn about the types of water coolers available. You can also use our product finder to get recommendations.