A91/100
HARDIN WATER ASSOCIATION — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,600 people · Arkansas
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
AR0000273
Violations
2
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 2012.
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 HARDIN WATER ASSOCIATION
Is HARDIN WATER ASSOCIATION water safe to drink?
HARDIN WATER ASSOCIATION water receives a grade of A (91/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has HARDIN WATER ASSOCIATION detected?
31 contaminants were tested in HARDIN WATER ASSOCIATION's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HARDIN WATER ASSOCIATION have any EPA violations?
Yes, HARDIN WATER ASSOCIATION has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include MCL, Other. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does HARDIN WATER ASSOCIATION serve?
HARDIN WATER ASSOCIATION serves approximately 4,600 people, Arkansas.
What type of water does HARDIN WATER ASSOCIATION provide?
HARDIN WATER ASSOCIATION sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AR0000273.
How does HARDIN WATER ASSOCIATION compare to other utilities in Arkansas?
HARDIN WATER ASSOCIATION scores 91/100 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.