Sweeping study finds high nitrate levels in Nebraska groundwater

Jan 17, 2025

CERESCO, Neb. (KLKN) – A study released Thursday by the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy found high levels of nitrate in groundwater. Nitrate is a naturally occurring compound caused by the breakdown of nitrogen. But when levels get too high in drinking water — above 10 milligrams per liter — it can cause health problems. That could affect people like...