D27/100
WOOSTER WATERWORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,000 people · Arkansas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
AR0000196
Violations
18
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
8
Violations (last 5yr)
6
Unresolved
6
Health-Related
TIER 2Unresolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issuedVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issuedVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: April 1, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Unresolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2024 – March 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issuedVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: December 1, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
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: 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
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 WOOSTER WATERWORKS
Is WOOSTER WATERWORKS water safe to drink?
WOOSTER WATERWORKS water receives a grade of D (27/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 18 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WOOSTER WATERWORKS detected?
38 contaminants were tested in WOOSTER WATERWORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WOOSTER WATERWORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, WOOSTER WATERWORKS has 18 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MCL, Other, MR. 13 are health-based violations.
How many people does WOOSTER WATERWORKS serve?
WOOSTER WATERWORKS serves approximately 5,000 people, Arkansas.
What type of water does WOOSTER WATERWORKS provide?
WOOSTER 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 AR0000196.
How does WOOSTER WATERWORKS compare to other utilities in Arkansas?
WOOSTER WATERWORKS scores 27/100 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.