Burdette, AR Water Safety: 87/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Water utilities in Burdette have maintained a consistent compliance record over recent monitoring periods — the city's above-average grade in AR reflects low violation rates and no systemic health concerns flagged in current data.
How Burdette Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Burdette Water: The Quick Version
- Estimated remediation: $1,800 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 16.18 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Burdette
Burdette, AR runs on one primary water provider among the 1 federally tracked system. A single utility is responsible for the overwhelming share of residential supply — including the infrastructure, compliance filings, and rate schedules that govern service for most households.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Burdette, Arkansas, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 798 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Burdette — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Burdette: A (87/100)
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
Burdette water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Burdette
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72321 | A | Burdette Waterworks | 798 |
All ZIP Codes in Burdette
- 72321 [A]
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 Burdette
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
Climate-Related Water Risk for Burdette
A moderate NFIP record for Burdette — 1 insurance claim paired with 100% of ZIP codes in FEMA flood zones — points to a flood history where water-quality pathways have likely been periodically relevant.
Burdette has a moderate flood history with 1 FEMA claims. 100% 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.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Burdette, AR