Oak Grove, AR: 1 Violation — 72/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
In current tracking cycles, Oak Grove 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 Oak Grove Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Oak Grove Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 1 violation in the past 5 years.
- Homes built before 1986: 44% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 15.77 — above typical levels.
Oak Grove's Water Providers
Oak Grove, AR is covered by 2 major water utilities out of 2 federally tracked systems, each managing its own pipes, treatment processes, and EPA filings. What a household gets from the tap depends on which provider's system serves that address.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Oak Grove, Arkansas (population ~612), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 6,750 people region-wide.
1 of 1 ZIP code (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Oak Grove: 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
Oak Grove water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Oak Grove
- 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.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72660 | B | 1 | 0 | Green Forest Waterworks |
All ZIP Codes in Oak Grove
- 72660 [B] — 1 violation
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.
Oak Grove 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
What's in Oak Grove's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Oak Grove Infrastructure Age
With 44% 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
Pre-1986 construction carries elevated plumbing-era lead risk because lead solder was widely used before that federal ban. In Oak Grove, the median build year of 1981 indicates a housing stock where that older fraction represents a significant share of the residential inventory.
Most homes in Oak Grove 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.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Oak Grove
Equity impact data for Oak Grove lands in the favorable tier — remediation claims a small slice of what properties here are worth.
Remediation costs in Oak Grove are relatively low compared to home values. The $0–$800 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 7% above the Arkansas average.
Oak Grove: 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.
When older housing represents 44% of the local inventory or aggregate readings approach the federal action level, an in-home check becomes the standard way to translate citywide averages into the specific reality of an individual Oak Grove address.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Oak Grove, AR