B64/100
JEFFERSON PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,551 people · Arkansas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AR0000276
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.57 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
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 2017.
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 JEFFERSON PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY
Is JEFFERSON PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
JEFFERSON PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of B (64/100), which is considered good. Out of 2 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has JEFFERSON PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY detected?
2 contaminants were tested in JEFFERSON PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does JEFFERSON PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, JEFFERSON PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does JEFFERSON PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY serve?
JEFFERSON PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 2,551 people, Arkansas.
What type of water does JEFFERSON PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY provide?
JEFFERSON PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AR0000276.
How does JEFFERSON PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Arkansas?
JEFFERSON PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY scores 64/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Arkansas state page for a full comparison of water systems.