C43/100
DARDANELLE WATERWORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,514 people · Arkansas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AR0000601
Violations
14
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.58 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
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 2017.
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 DARDANELLE WATERWORKS
Is DARDANELLE WATERWORKS water safe to drink?
DARDANELLE WATERWORKS water receives a grade of C (43/100), which is considered fair. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 14 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has DARDANELLE WATERWORKS detected?
32 contaminants were tested in DARDANELLE WATERWORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does DARDANELLE WATERWORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, DARDANELLE WATERWORKS has 14 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include TT, MCL, MR. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does DARDANELLE WATERWORKS serve?
DARDANELLE WATERWORKS serves approximately 4,514 people, Arkansas.
What type of water does DARDANELLE WATERWORKS provide?
DARDANELLE WATERWORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AR0000601.
How does DARDANELLE WATERWORKS compare to other utilities in Arkansas?
DARDANELLE WATERWORKS scores 43/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Arkansas state page for a full comparison of water systems.