B76/100
PARAGOULD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 31,188 people · Arkansas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AR0000222
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 1995.
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 PARAGOULD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES
Is PARAGOULD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES water safe to drink?
PARAGOULD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES water receives a grade of B (76/100), which is considered good. 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 PARAGOULD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES detected?
66 contaminants were tested in PARAGOULD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PARAGOULD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, PARAGOULD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1995. Violation types include MCL, Other. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does PARAGOULD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES serve?
PARAGOULD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES serves approximately 31,188 people, Arkansas.
What type of water does PARAGOULD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES provide?
PARAGOULD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AR0000222.
How does PARAGOULD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Arkansas?
PARAGOULD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES scores 76/100 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.