Cabot, AR Water Safety: 90/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 9 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Cabot's tap water quality puts it in AR's upper tier — health-based violations are rare and the compliance record is consistently above average.
How Cabot Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Cabot Water: The Quick Version
- Average lead level: 0.001 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 26% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,200 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.51 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Cabot
Residential addresses in Cabot, AR are served by 3 primary water providers out of 9 systems in federal records. Each system maintains separate infrastructure and files its own EPA compliance reports, so service conditions are not uniform across the city.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Cabot, Arkansas (population ~36,813), covering 9 community water systems serving approximately 128,540 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Cabot — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Cabot: A (90/100)
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
Cabot 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)
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72023 | A | Cabot Waterworks | 26,770 |
All ZIP Codes in Cabot
- 72023 [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 Cabot
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
How Old Is Cabot's Housing Stock?
Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Why does housing age matter for water safety? Homes built before 1986 may have lead-soldered copper plumbing joints — a practice banned that year. Cabot's median build year of 1993 places much of the city's housing in the post-ban era, reducing that specific risk pathway for most residents.
Most homes in Cabot were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Cabot: Remediation Cost in Perspective
In Cabot, property values comfortably outpace what documented remediation typically costs — the equity share is proportionally low.
Remediation costs in Cabot are relatively low compared to home values. The $800–$1,800 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 51% above the Arkansas average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Cabot
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.
Once federal rules removed lead-bearing solder from new plumbing, building practice changed quickly. Cabot now carries just 26% of older inventory from that earlier era. Citywide readings remain compliant, though no system-level number can replace a one-home draw.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Cabot
FEMA data shows 100% of Cabot's ZIP codes mapped into designated flood zones, paired with an NFIP record of 37 claims. That footprint places local flood exposure in the range where it warrants attention without rising to high-severity planning territory.
Cabot has a moderate flood history with 37 FEMA claims averaging $11,835 per payout. 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>$1,200</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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