A86/100
FAYETTEVILLE WATERWORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 116,398 people · Arkansas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
AR0000569
Violations
3
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 1999.
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 FAYETTEVILLE WATERWORKS
Is FAYETTEVILLE WATERWORKS water safe to drink?
FAYETTEVILLE WATERWORKS water receives a grade of A (86/100), 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 FAYETTEVILLE WATERWORKS detected?
69 contaminants were tested in FAYETTEVILLE WATERWORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FAYETTEVILLE WATERWORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, FAYETTEVILLE WATERWORKS has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1999. Violation types include MCL, Other. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does FAYETTEVILLE WATERWORKS serve?
FAYETTEVILLE WATERWORKS serves approximately 116,398 people, Arkansas.
What type of water does FAYETTEVILLE WATERWORKS provide?
FAYETTEVILLE WATERWORKS 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 AR0000569.
How does FAYETTEVILLE WATERWORKS compare to other utilities in Arkansas?
FAYETTEVILLE WATERWORKS scores 86/100 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.