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Donaldson, AR Home Safety: Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
3
Water Systems
0
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
Zone 3
County Radon Potential (Low)
$158K
Median Home Value
$500
Est. Remediation (0.3% of home value)

Donaldson Water: The Quick Version

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.001 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 50% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $500 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 15.23.

Water Systems Serving Donaldson

Sorted by reported population served, the top 3 of 3 public water systems mapped to Donaldson, AR appear below, each with its own federal compliance record.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Donaldson, Arkansas (population ~2,240), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 17,329 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

The available EPA record reports 0 violations for 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count.

Water Sources

Donaldson water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0010 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 3.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Areas with No Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score System Population
71941 — Kimzey Regional Water District 12,718

All ZIP Codes in Donaldson

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

CDC Health Data for Donaldson

10.3%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
13.9%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
18.8%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 10.3% ↑
Diabetes 13.9% ↑
Mental Health 18.8% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

How Old Is Donaldson's Housing Stock?

1984
Median Build Year
50%
Built Before 1986
29%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 50% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

Renovation history matters as much as age: in Donaldson, with a median build year of 1984, some older homes have been replumbed and some have not.

1984
Median Year Built
50%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
29%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (29%) 1970–1986 (21%) Post-1986 (50%)

Over half of homes in Donaldson were built before 1986, when federal law began restricting lead solder in drinking-water plumbing. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Donaldson: Remediation Cost in Perspective

Here the gap between local home values and the estimated repair bill is wide, so the percentage shown below for Donaldson stays at or under the 1% mark.

Median Home Value
$157,600
Est. Remediation
$500
Remediation as % of home value 0.3%

Estimated remediation costs in Donaldson can be compared with local home values. The $300–$800 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 18% above the Arkansas average.

Protecting Children from Lead in Donaldson

50%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.001
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for Donaldson

1
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$175,345
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Donaldson contains 1 flood insurance claim. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $175,345. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 100% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.

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. The $500 remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.

Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.

Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Donaldson water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Donaldson is 0.001 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How many water systems serve Donaldson?
Our records map 3 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Donaldson. The related population figure in our data is approximately 2,240 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Donaldson?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Donaldson: $500; modeled range $300 to $800. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Donaldson, AR Home Safety: Home Safety Score unavailable. https://zipcheckup.com/cities/ar/donaldson/
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  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Donaldson, AR Home Safety: Home Safety Score unavailable}},
  year   = {2026},
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Page version: October 2026.

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