A85/100
BUFFALO ISLAND REG WATER DIST — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,055 people · Arkansas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
AR0000671
Violations
8
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 2012.
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 BUFFALO ISLAND REG WATER DIST
Is BUFFALO ISLAND REG WATER DIST water safe to drink?
BUFFALO ISLAND REG WATER DIST water receives a grade of A (85/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BUFFALO ISLAND REG WATER DIST detected?
31 contaminants were tested in BUFFALO ISLAND REG WATER DIST's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BUFFALO ISLAND REG WATER DIST have any EPA violations?
Yes, BUFFALO ISLAND REG WATER DIST has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does BUFFALO ISLAND REG WATER DIST serve?
BUFFALO ISLAND REG WATER DIST serves approximately 3,055 people, Arkansas.
What type of water does BUFFALO ISLAND REG WATER DIST provide?
BUFFALO ISLAND REG WATER DIST sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is AR0000671.
How does BUFFALO ISLAND REG WATER DIST compare to other utilities in Arkansas?
BUFFALO ISLAND REG WATER DIST scores 85/100 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.