F16/100
JAMES FORK REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 11,538 people · Arkansas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
AR0000513
Violations
21
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 2020.
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 JAMES FORK REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT
Is JAMES FORK REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
JAMES FORK REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of F (16/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 21 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has JAMES FORK REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in JAMES FORK REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does JAMES FORK REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, JAMES FORK REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT has 21 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MCL, Other, MR. 15 are health-based violations.
How many people does JAMES FORK REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT serve?
JAMES FORK REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 11,538 people, Arkansas.
What type of water does JAMES FORK REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT provide?
JAMES FORK REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT 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 AR0000513.
How does JAMES FORK REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Arkansas?
JAMES FORK REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT scores 16/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Arkansas state page for a full comparison of water systems.