D38/100
LAKE CHICOT WATER ASSOCIATION — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,909 people · Arkansas
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
AR0000080
Violations
19
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.006 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
6
Violations (last 5yr)
4
Unresolved
4
Health-Related
TIER 2Unresolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issuedVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issuedVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: September 1, 2022 – December 11, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: June 1, 2022 – December 11, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Unresolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issuedVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2022 – March 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issuedVerify on EPA.gov
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 LAKE CHICOT WATER ASSOCIATION
Is LAKE CHICOT WATER ASSOCIATION water safe to drink?
LAKE CHICOT WATER ASSOCIATION water receives a grade of D (38/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 19 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has LAKE CHICOT WATER ASSOCIATION detected?
1 contaminants were tested in LAKE CHICOT WATER ASSOCIATION's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LAKE CHICOT WATER ASSOCIATION have any EPA violations?
Yes, LAKE CHICOT WATER ASSOCIATION has 19 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MCL, Other, RPT. 10 are health-based violations.
How many people does LAKE CHICOT WATER ASSOCIATION serve?
LAKE CHICOT WATER ASSOCIATION serves approximately 1,909 people, Arkansas.
What type of water does LAKE CHICOT WATER ASSOCIATION provide?
LAKE CHICOT 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 AR0000080.
How does LAKE CHICOT WATER ASSOCIATION compare to other utilities in Arkansas?
LAKE CHICOT WATER ASSOCIATION scores 38/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Arkansas state page for a full comparison of water systems.