A84/100
FREEDOM PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,935 people · Arkansas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
AR0000812
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 FREEDOM PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY
Is FREEDOM PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
FREEDOM PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of A (84/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has FREEDOM PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY detected?
1 contaminants were tested in FREEDOM PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FREEDOM PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, FREEDOM PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include RPT, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does FREEDOM PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY serve?
FREEDOM PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 1,935 people, Arkansas.
What type of water does FREEDOM PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY provide?
FREEDOM PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY 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 AR0000812.
How does FREEDOM PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Arkansas?
FREEDOM PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY scores 84/100 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.