Gassville, AR Water Safety: 72/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 4 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems in Gassville, AR serve households with few reported safety events.
How Gassville Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Gassville Residents
- Homes built before 1986: 56% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $900 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 16.56 — above typical levels.
Gassville's Water Providers
Water delivery in Gassville, AR is handled by 3 utilities rather than a single system — drawn from 4 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 Gassville, Arkansas (population ~3,637), covering 4 community water systems serving approximately 27,274 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Gassville — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Gassville: B (72/100)
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
Gassville water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Gassville
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72635 | B | Gassville Waterworks | 2,040 |
All ZIP Codes in Gassville
- 72635 [B]
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.
Gassville Community Health Snapshot
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
Gassville Infrastructure Age
With 56% 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
Because the majority of Gassville's housing predates 1986, when lead solder was banned from new plumbing, the median build year of 1986 reflects a city where lead-era plumbing materials are common rather than exceptional.
Over half of homes in Gassville 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.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Gassville
While no remediation project is entirely without cost, the relationship between estimated remediation and property values in Gassville is notably favorable — the equity share is small enough that the household financial perspective is one of proportionality rather than pressure, and most homeowners can treat it as routine planning rather than a significant financial event.
Remediation costs in Gassville are relatively low compared to home values. The $300–$1,600 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 1% above the Arkansas average.
Gassville: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
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.
Routinely in Gassville, where 56% of housing predates the solder ban and aggregate utility readings hover near the federal threshold, a faucet-level draw functions as a standard household step for families with small kids.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Gassville, AR