Health Violations Found

Hughes, AR (72348): 18 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems

EPA data combined for 5 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Hughes Community Water Assoc)

Health Violations Found System 90th-Percentile Lead Result Exceeds EPA Action Level

Health-based violation records by water system:

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 72348 in Hughes, AR contain 22 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 18 are marked health-based.

Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS

Based on EPA Drinking Water FEMA Flood Data U.S. Census CDC Energy Information Admin. USGS Water Data & 9 more federal sources
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Safety Score N/A
Water Quality Issues 18 health-based violation records
Lead Risk High 0.02 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 2011-06-30
NFIP Claim History Claim records 3 claims
Data confidence: High (direct measurement) Medium (sampled / sub-geography) Low (modeled / inferred) Methodology →

At a Glance

  • Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 18 health-based violations and 4 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 3 cumulative NFIP claim records. Claim evidence is historical, not current map coverage.
Contaminant Summary
Health Violations
22 violations 18 health-based
Report data assembled: Jul 27, 2026 EPA water-system identity: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record EPA violation history: more than two update cycles old Lead, copper and UCMR measurements: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record Consumer Confidence Report: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record
5
Water Systems
2,195
People Served
18
Health Violations (since 2021)Median is 0
Groundwater
Water Source
0.02 mg/L
Reported Lead Result ⚠ Above EPA Action Level8.7× the national median for this measure
Zone 3
County Radon Potential · Low
$128K
Median Home ValueState median: $120K

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Score Breakdown

Overall Home Safety Score: Score unavailable

Required evidence is missing. Missing values remain unknown and are not imputed or renormalized.

Canonical components

EPA water compliance
86/100
Observed
PFAS MCL screen
Unknown
Evidence missing
EPA radon zone
100/100
Observed
Annual EPA AirData AQI
Unknown
Evidence missing

Required domains

Drinking water
Unknown
Indoor environment
100/100
Outdoor environment
Unknown

Coverage: 2 of 4 components and 1 of 3 domains observed.

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Safety & Health (7) CRITICAL

Your Water System

ZIP code 72348 in Hughes, Arkansas is mapped to the water system Hughes Community Water Assoc (EPA ID: AR0000011). This system provides water to approximately 2,195 people from groundwater sources.

There are 5 community water systems serving this area.

Water Systems Serving This Area

System Name EPA ID Population Source
Hughes Community Water Assoc AR0000011 2,195 Groundwater
Midway Water Association AR0000153 1,899 Groundwater
Widener Waterworks AR0000538 507 Groundwater
West Memphis Waterworks AR0000156 24,419 Groundwater
Lee County Water Association AR0000313 3,770 Groundwater

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Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Hughes Community Water Assoc (AR0000011) on EPA.gov.

5 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.

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Compliance History

2021 4 2022 1 2023 4 2024 3 2025
Health-based (MCL/TT) Other violations
Environmental Hazards (11) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (6) MODERATE

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Cost & Community (9) HIGH

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Home & Flood Insurance

The ZIP code for this report in Hughes has 3 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 72348 was built around 1971. 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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Window Replacement

The median build year of homes in Hughes is 1971; check the age and condition of your own windows. ENERGY STAR windows can save $101–$583/year on energy bills.

Typical cost: Window replacement: typically $300–$800 per window installed

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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 72348 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 22 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 72348 (primary system: Hughes Community Water Assoc), including 18 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 72348's water come from?

The recorded water source for Hughes Community Water Assoc, a system mapped to ZIP code 72348, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 2,195 people.

How can I get my water tested in Hughes?

If Hughes Community 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 72348 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 72348 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.02 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2011-06-30). 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 72348?

72348 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 3 (low county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Crittenden 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 72348?

FEMA records contain 3 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 72348; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is X, 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

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Hughes, AR (72348): 18 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/72348/
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Page version: October 2026.

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