Branch, AR: 6 Health Violations — 66/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Within Branch, water safety data for AR reveals moderate quality — federal standards are generally met, but documented exceptions exist in specific service areas.
How Branch Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Branch Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 7 violations in the past 5 years.
- Homes built before 1986: 63% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 16.24 — above typical levels.
Branch's Water Providers
Water delivery in Branch, AR is handled by 2 utilities rather than a single system — drawn from 2 providers in federal records, each filing its own compliance reports and setting its own rates.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Branch, Arkansas (population ~660), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 4,775 people region-wide.
1 of 1 ZIP code (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 6 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Branch: C (66/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Branch water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Branch
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 12 | 1 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72928 | C | 7 | 6 | Riversouth Rural Water District |
All ZIP Codes in Branch
- 72928 [C] — 7 violations ⚠
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
Branch Community Health Snapshot
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
What's in Branch's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Branch Infrastructure Age
With 63% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
When more than half a city's housing predates the 1986 federal ban on lead solder, plumbing-era lead risk becomes a citywide concern rather than an exception. Branch's median build year of 1972 places it squarely in that category.
Over half of homes in Branch were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Branch
In Branch, property wealth outpaces what documented remediation typically demands — the equity burden lands well within the low tier.
Remediation costs in Branch are relatively low compared to home values. The $300–$1,500 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 16% below the Arkansas average.
Branch: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Older stock in Branch represents 63% of the inventory, and citywide monitoring runs at or above the federal action level — making an in-home read a standard household-level step.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
What You Can Do in Branch
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. Filters rated for Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) can reduce the most common contaminant found in Branch's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 63% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
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