B60/100
DEQUEEN WATER WORK — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,105 people · Arkansas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
AR0000520
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.46 mg/L | 1.30 mg/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 2001.
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 DEQUEEN WATER WORK
Is DEQUEEN WATER WORK water safe to drink?
DEQUEEN WATER WORK water receives a grade of B (60/100), which is considered good. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has DEQUEEN WATER WORK detected?
32 contaminants were tested in DEQUEEN WATER WORK's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does DEQUEEN WATER WORK have any EPA violations?
Yes, DEQUEEN WATER WORK has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2001. Violation types include TT, Other, MR. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does DEQUEEN WATER WORK serve?
DEQUEEN WATER WORK serves approximately 6,105 people, Arkansas.
What type of water does DEQUEEN WATER WORK provide?
DEQUEEN WATER WORK 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 AR0000520.
How does DEQUEEN WATER WORK compare to other utilities in Arkansas?
DEQUEEN WATER WORK scores 60/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Arkansas state page for a full comparison of water systems.