Bryant, AR Water Safety: 95/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 7 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Drinking water tracked for Bryant by AR authorities posts above-average scores — the majority of systems are free from health-based exceedances and the city's grade sits above the state median.
How Bryant Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Bryant Water: The Quick Version
- Average lead level: 0.001 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,800 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.4 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Bryant
With 3 utilities splitting service in Bryant, AR, water accountability is distributed across 7 systems on the federal record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Bryant, Arkansas (population ~18,350), covering 7 community water systems serving approximately 440,362 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Bryant — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Bryant: A (95/100)
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
Bryant water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0010 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 2 ZIP codes
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72022 | A | Bryant Waterworks | 19,607 |
| 72089 | A | Bryant Waterworks | 19,607 |
All ZIP Codes in Bryant
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.
CDC Health Data for Bryant
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
Bryant: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Across Bryant, the equity share taken up by estimated remediation is small — a favorable ratio for most property owners.
Remediation costs in Bryant are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,200–$2,500 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 65% above the Arkansas average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Bryant
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.
Lead risk in Bryant appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Bryant
50% of ZIP codes in Bryant are mapped into FEMA-designated flood zones, and the NFIP records 50 claims reflecting a multi-event flood history. That combination places local flood exposure in the range where water-quality implications deserve at least periodic attention.
Bryant has a moderate flood history with 50 FEMA claims averaging $48,736 per payout. 50% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,800</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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