Dierks, AR Water Safety: 87/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
In current tracking cycles, Dierks records above-average water quality outcomes for AR; compliance history over recent years shows few departures from federal standards and no systemic failures across its water systems.
How Dierks Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Dierks Water
- Homes built before 1986: 57% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,200 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 15.44 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Dierks
Water delivery in Dierks, AR is handled by 3 utilities rather than a single system — drawn from 3 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 Dierks, Arkansas (population ~1,830), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 9,318 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Dierks — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Dierks: 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
Dierks water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Dierks
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 71833 | A | Nashville Rural Water Authority | 7,291 |
All ZIP Codes in Dierks
- 71833 [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.
Health Outcomes in Dierks
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
Housing & Infrastructure in Dierks
With 57% 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. Dierks's median build year of 1971 places it squarely in that category.
Over half of homes in Dierks 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.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Dierks Homeowners
The equity-to-remediation ratio in Dierks is moderate — worth planning for but within reach for most property owners.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Dierks. The estimated $800–$1,800 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 21% below the Arkansas average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Dierks
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 Dierks represents 57% 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.
Flood & Climate Risk in Dierks
Flood zone coverage in Dierks is limited, and NFIP data confirms that pattern with a modest claim total. Limited flood frequency generally means limited risk of the water-quality disruptions that large flood events can trigger.
Dierks has a relatively low flood history with 1 FEMA claims on record. While risk is limited, severe weather events can still impact water infrastructure.
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.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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