A83/100
BEARDEN WATERWORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,511 people · Arkansas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AR0000401
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.018 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2019.
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 BEARDEN WATERWORKS
Is BEARDEN WATERWORKS water safe to drink?
BEARDEN WATERWORKS water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BEARDEN WATERWORKS detected?
1 contaminants were tested in BEARDEN WATERWORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BEARDEN WATERWORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, BEARDEN WATERWORKS has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does BEARDEN WATERWORKS serve?
BEARDEN WATERWORKS serves approximately 2,511 people, Arkansas.
What type of water does BEARDEN WATERWORKS provide?
BEARDEN WATERWORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AR0000401.
How does BEARDEN WATERWORKS compare to other utilities in Arkansas?
BEARDEN WATERWORKS scores 83/100 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.