A83/100
GATEWAY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,325 people · Arkansas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
AR0000693
Violations
14
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 2019.
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 GATEWAY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY
Is GATEWAY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
GATEWAY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of A (83/100), 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 GATEWAY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY detected?
1 contaminants were tested in GATEWAY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GATEWAY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, GATEWAY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY has 14 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include RPT, MR, Other.
How many people does GATEWAY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY serve?
GATEWAY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 2,325 people, Arkansas.
What type of water does GATEWAY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY provide?
GATEWAY 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 AR0000693.
How does GATEWAY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Arkansas?
GATEWAY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY scores 83/100 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.