B78/100
NEWARK WATERWORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,091 people · Arkansas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AR0000248
Violations
11
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2019.
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 NEWARK WATERWORKS
Is NEWARK WATERWORKS water safe to drink?
NEWARK WATERWORKS water receives a grade of B (78/100), 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 NEWARK WATERWORKS detected?
2 contaminants were tested in NEWARK WATERWORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NEWARK WATERWORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, NEWARK WATERWORKS has 11 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include MON, Other, MR.
How many people does NEWARK WATERWORKS serve?
NEWARK WATERWORKS serves approximately 1,091 people, Arkansas.
What type of water does NEWARK WATERWORKS provide?
NEWARK WATERWORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AR0000248.
How does NEWARK WATERWORKS compare to other utilities in Arkansas?
NEWARK WATERWORKS scores 78/100 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.