Mountain Home, AR Water Safety: 78/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 11 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Tap water monitoring data for Mountain Home shows a consistently clean picture in AR — few violations on record, compliance well above the median.
How Mountain Home Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Mountain Home Residents
- Average lead level: 0.002 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,250 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 16.56 — above typical levels.
Mountain Home's Water Providers
Federal records list 11 water systems tied to Mountain Home, AR. Of those, 3 are the primary providers, meaning service conditions, rate structures, and compliance histories can differ depending on where a property sits.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Mountain Home, Arkansas, covering 11 community water systems serving approximately 28,906 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Mountain Home — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Mountain Home: B (78/100)
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
Mountain Home water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0020 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 2 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72653 | B | Mountain Home Waterworks | 19,618 |
| 72654 | B | Mountain Home Waterworks | 19,618 |
All ZIP Codes in Mountain Home
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.
Mountain Home 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
How Remediation Costs Compare in Mountain Home
At current valuations, Mountain Home sits in the low remediation-share tier — the equity impact of fixing documented issues is proportionally minor.
Remediation costs in Mountain Home are relatively low compared to home values. The $550–$2,100 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 25% above the Arkansas average.
Mountain Home: 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.
Lead risk in Mountain Home appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Mountain Home: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
How does Mountain Home's flood record connect to local water quality? The NFIP documents 54 claims — enough to signal recurring events — and 50% of ZIP codes carry FEMA flood zone status. That combination places flooding in the category of factors that can periodically affect water infrastructure, even if the area isn't among the highest-exposure communities in the NFIP dataset.
Mountain Home has a moderate flood history with 54 FEMA claims averaging $12,448 per payout. 50% 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>$1,250</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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