A84/100
JONESBORO WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 79,889 people · Arkansas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AR0000124
Violations
5
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 2005.
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 JONESBORO WATER SYSTEM
Is JONESBORO WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
JONESBORO WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (84/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has JONESBORO WATER SYSTEM detected?
66 contaminants were tested in JONESBORO WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does JONESBORO WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, JONESBORO WATER SYSTEM has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2005. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does JONESBORO WATER SYSTEM serve?
JONESBORO WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 79,889 people, Arkansas.
What type of water does JONESBORO WATER SYSTEM provide?
JONESBORO WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AR0000124.
How does JONESBORO WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Arkansas?
JONESBORO WATER SYSTEM 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.