A91/100
BATESVILLE WATER UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 10,177 people · Arkansas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
AR0000250
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1993.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About BATESVILLE WATER UTILITIES
Is BATESVILLE WATER UTILITIES water safe to drink?
BATESVILLE WATER UTILITIES water receives a grade of A (91/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BATESVILLE WATER UTILITIES detected?
69 contaminants were tested in BATESVILLE WATER UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BATESVILLE WATER UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, BATESVILLE WATER UTILITIES has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1993. Violation types include MCL, Other. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does BATESVILLE WATER UTILITIES serve?
BATESVILLE WATER UTILITIES serves approximately 10,177 people, Arkansas.
What type of water does BATESVILLE WATER UTILITIES provide?
BATESVILLE WATER UTILITIES sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is AR0000250.
How does BATESVILLE WATER UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Arkansas?
BATESVILLE WATER UTILITIES scores 91/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Arkansas state page for a full comparison of water systems.