ZipCheckup grade for 71765: B.
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Strong, AR (71765): 17 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 75/100
EPA data combined for 7 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Lawson-urbana Water Assoc)
Health-based violation records by water system:
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 71765 in Strong, AR contain 29 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 17 are marked health-based.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 17 health-based violations and 12 non-health-based (since 2021).
- Lead 90th-percentile lead reading of 0.02 mg/L; the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to a water system's 90th-percentile result.
- Radon EPA Zone 3 - county-level radon potential, not evidence of a low home result.
- Flood 4 cumulative NFIP claim records. Claim evidence is historical, not current map coverage.
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Among all monitored safety indicators for 71765 in Strong, 2 have been rated critical and the high-priority tier holds 0.
Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: 75/100
This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.
Canonical components
Required domains
Coverage: 4 of 4 components and 3 of 3 domains observed.
Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.
Safety & Health (6) CRITICAL
Your Water System
ZIP code 71765 in Strong, Arkansas is mapped to the water system Lawson-urbana Water Assoc (EPA ID: AR0000548). This system provides water to approximately 1,108 people from groundwater sources.
There are 7 community water systems serving this area.
Water Systems Serving This Area
| System Name | EPA ID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawson-urbana Water Assoc | AR0000548 | 1,108 | Groundwater |
| Johnson Township Water Assoc | AR0000640 | 600 | Groundwater |
| El Dorado Waterworks | AR0000550 | 17,932 | Groundwater |
| Huttig Waterworks | AR0000553 | 733 | Groundwater |
| Faircrest Water Association | AR0000544 | 1,329 | Groundwater |
Other Water Quality Reports in Arkansas
- 71601 (Pine Bluff)
- 71602 (White Hall) - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 71603 (Pine Bluff) - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 71611 (Pine Bluff)
- 71612 (White Hall)
- 71613 (Pine Bluff)
- 71630 (Arkansas City)
- 71631 (Banks) - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 71635 (Crossett) - 7 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 71638 (Dermott) - 20 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 71639 (Dumas) - 90 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 71640 (Eudora) - 28 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 71642 (Fountain Hill) - 18 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 71643 (Gould) - 7 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 71644 (Grady) - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 71646 (Hamburg) - 18 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 71647 (Hermitage)
- 71651 (Jersey)
- 71652 (Kingsland) - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 71653 (Lake Village) - 25 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 71750 (Lawson) - 9 mi
- 71747 (Huttig) - 11 mi - 19 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 71277 (Spearsville, LA) - 17 mi
- 71260 (Marion, LA) - 18 mi
- 71724 (Calion) - 18 mi
- 71730 (El Dorado) - 18 mi - 26 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 71731 (El Dorado) - 19 mi
- 71651 (Jersey) - 19 mi
- 71635 (Crossett) - 21 mi - 7 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 71256 (Lillie, LA) - 22 mi
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Lawson-urbana Water Assoc (AR0000548) on EPA.gov.
4 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.
Compliance History
UCMR 5 PFAS monitoring: no reportable detections in available records
Available federal UCMR5 records for water systems mapped to ZIP code 71765 show no PFAS detections among the compounds tested, at the program's reporting levels.
The EPA Fifth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5) required community and non-transient non-community water systems serving 3,300 or more people to test for 29 PFAS compounds and lithium between 2023 and 2025. Systems with no detections at the federal minimum reporting level had no results at or above that reporting level.
Health Risks from Detected Contaminants
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM)
High RiskEPA reference value: 0.08 mg/L · 13 violations on record
Long-term exposure is associated with increased cancer risk, including bladder cancer; possible reproductive effects
At-risk groups: pregnant women, long-term consumers of chlorinated water
Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, point-of-entry aeration · Find a filter →
Environmental Hazards (11) HIGH
Home & Infrastructure (6) OK
Cost & Community (9) HIGH
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
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The ZIP code for this report in Strong has 4 FEMA flood claims on record. Standard homeowner policies don't cover flood damage - make sure you're protected.
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Gutter Installation & Repair
The median home in 71765 was built around 1985. Aging gutters can cause foundation damage, basement flooding, and mold - a professional assessment can prevent costly repairs.
Typical cost: Gutter installation: typically $1,000–$2,500 for a standard home
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Typical cost: Roof inspection: typically $75–$300; repairs $300–$1,500
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 71765 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 29 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 71765 (primary system: Lawson-urbana Water Assoc), including 17 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.
Where does 71765's water come from?
The recorded water source for Lawson-urbana Water Assoc, a system mapped to ZIP code 71765, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 1,108 people.
How does Strong water compare to the national average?
Strong's Home Safety Score ranks better than 51% of U.S. ZIP codes, and lower than 97% of ZIP codes within Arkansas.
How can I get my water tested in Strong?
If Lawson-urbana Water Assoc supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.
Is lead a concern in 71765 tap water?
The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 71765 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.02 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2009-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This system 90th-percentile result is above the EPA lead action level of 0.015 mg/L, which requires corrective action by the system; consider a filter certified for lead reduction.
What is the radon risk for 71765?
71765 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 3 (low county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Union County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 71765?
FEMA records contain 4 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 71765; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is A, which is claims evidence and may differ from the current FEMA map zone for a property. Claim records do not establish current property risk. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Strong, AR (71765): 17 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 75/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/71765/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 71765
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71750 | Lawson, AR | 8.8 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 71747 | Huttig, AR | 11.0 mi | B | 19 |
| 71277 | Spearsville, LA | 17.3 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 71260 | Marion, LA | 17.7 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 71724 | Calion, AR | 17.8 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 71730 | El Dorado, AR | 18.4 mi | B | 26 |
| 71731 | El Dorado, AR | 18.6 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 71651 | Jersey, AR | 19.0 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 71635 | Crossett, AR | 21.2 mi | A | 7 |
| 71256 | Lillie, LA | 22.0 mi | N/A | 0 |
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