B72/100
VAN BUREN WATERWORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 22,725 people · Arkansas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
—
System ID
AR0000142
Violations
13
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 2020.
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 VAN BUREN WATERWORKS
Is VAN BUREN WATERWORKS water safe to drink?
VAN BUREN WATERWORKS water receives a grade of B (72/100), which is considered good. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has VAN BUREN WATERWORKS detected?
76 contaminants were tested in VAN BUREN WATERWORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does VAN BUREN WATERWORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, VAN BUREN WATERWORKS has 13 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MON, Other, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does VAN BUREN WATERWORKS serve?
VAN BUREN WATERWORKS serves approximately 22,725 people, Arkansas.
What type of water does VAN BUREN WATERWORKS provide?
VAN BUREN WATERWORKS sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is AR0000142.
How does VAN BUREN WATERWORKS compare to other utilities in Arkansas?
VAN BUREN WATERWORKS scores 72/100 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.