B69/100
WARD WATERWORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 12,579 people · Arkansas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
AR0000345
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.53 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
3
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Nitrite
When: July 1, 2025Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Nitrite
When: June 1, 2025Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Nitrite
When: May 1, 2025Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – October 25, 2021Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 WARD WATERWORKS
Is WARD WATERWORKS water safe to drink?
WARD WATERWORKS water receives a grade of B (69/100), which is considered good. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WARD WATERWORKS detected?
32 contaminants were tested in WARD 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 WARD WATERWORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, WARD WATERWORKS has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include TT, Other, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does WARD WATERWORKS serve?
WARD WATERWORKS serves approximately 12,579 people, Arkansas.
What type of water does WARD WATERWORKS provide?
WARD 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 AR0000345.
How does WARD WATERWORKS compare to other utilities in Arkansas?
WARD WATERWORKS scores 69/100 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.