COUNTY REPORT AR

Carroll County, Arkansas

6 ZIP codes · Avg score 73/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03

Although county size varies, Carroll County's 6 ZIP codes share reliably safe tap water records and above-average compliance scores.

How Carroll County Compares

Carroll County73/100
Arkansas avg76/100
National avg68/100

How Carroll County Compares

B
County Grade
73/100
Avg Safety Score
6
ZIP Codes
9
Water Systems

Carroll County scores 3 points below the Arkansas state average (76/100) and 5 points above the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

B
County Grade
73
Avg Safety Score
6
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 72638 (83/100)
Lowest ZIP: 72613 (53/100)
$167K
Median Home Value
$750
Avg Remediation (45% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Carroll County, Arkansas

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 15.8 (asthma 9.8%, diabetes 15%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $580, driven primarily by wildfire

Infrastructure: 0.35% avg pipe failure probability, 20% of ZIPs at high risk

45.2% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2022–2023)

→ Stable trend

EPA violation counts by year across Carroll County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.

2022
2 (2 health)
2023
14 (14 health)

Peak year: 2023 with 14 violations. Past 5 years: 16 total (16 health-based).

Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 9.8% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 15% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 37.6% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1982
Median Build Year
45.2%
Pre-1978 Housing
35%
Pipe Failure Probability
20%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Low
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $580

Wildfire $300/yr
Energy Code Gap $105/yr
Flood $100/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

13,394 housing units in Carroll County

Pre-1940 9%
1940–1959 7%
1960–1979 21%
1980–1999 40%
2000+ 23%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).

Water Safety Affordability

How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Carroll County

$167K
Median Home Value
$750
Est. Remediation Cost
0.4%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Carroll County, representing a small fraction of property value.

Remediation includes water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood protection where applicable. Source: Census ACS, EPA SDWIS.

Health Outcomes vs National Average

CDC PLACES data for Carroll County residents

Asthma 9.8% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 15% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 37.6% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 5 systems in Carroll County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 EUREKA SPRINGS WATERWORKS 4,053 14
2 Bluebird Water, Llc 205 14
3 Mundell Heights Waterworks 203 14
4 Sylvan Shores Sd Waterworks 65 14
5 Lake Lucerne Estates 65 14

9 total water systems serve Carroll County.

All ZIP Codes in Carroll County

6 ZIP codes tracked in Carroll County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 72638 Green Forest 83 B 0 $159K
2 72616 Berryville 78 B 3 (1 health) $167K
3 72632 Eureka Springs 77 B 7 (1 health) $229K
4 72631 Eureka Springs 75 B 7 (1 health) $242K
5 72660 Oak Grove 72 B 1 $143K
6 72613 Beaver 53 D 0

Recommended Buyer Guides for Carroll County

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Overview

Carroll County in Arkansas covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (73/100).

4 of 6 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 3 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Carroll County?
Carroll County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 6 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Carroll County?
Carroll County is served by 9 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 6 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Carroll County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Carroll County is wildfire. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $580 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Carroll County?
The median home build year in Carroll County is 1982. 45.2% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Carroll County compare to Arkansas?
Carroll County has an average water safety score of 73/100, which is below the Arkansas state average of 76/100.

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