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Health Violations Found
B 83

Marble Falls, AR (72648): 26 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 83/100

EPA data combined for 3 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Compton Waterworks)

Health Violations Found

Health-based violation records by water system:

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 72648 in Marble Falls, AR contain 47 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 26 are marked health-based.

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

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Safety Score
B 83/100
Water Quality Issues 26 health-based violation records
Lead Risk Below action level 0.004 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 2004-12-31
NFIP Claim History N/A
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 26 health-based violations and 21 non-health-based (since 2021).
  • Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.004 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
  • Radon EPA Zone 3 - county-level radon potential, not evidence of a low home result.
Contaminant Summary
Health Violations
47 violations 26 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
B
ZIP-level Home Safety model score: 83 / 100
Home Safety Score higher than 67% of ZIP codes nationwide
3
Water Systems
990
People Served
26
Health Violations (since 2021)Median is 0
Surface water
Water Source
0.004 mg/L
Reported Lead Result1.7× the national median for this measure
Zone 3
County Radon Potential · Low
$200K
Median Home Value67% above state median ($120K)

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Score Breakdown

Overall Home Safety Score: 83/100

This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.

Canonical components

EPA water compliance
0/100
Observed
PFAS MCL screen
100/100
Observed
EPA radon zone
100/100
Observed
Annual EPA AirData AQI
100/100
Observed

Required domains

Drinking water
50/100
Indoor environment
100/100
Outdoor environment
100/100

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

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Safety & Health (5) CRITICAL

Your Water System

ZIP code 72648 in Marble Falls, Arkansas is mapped to the water system Compton Waterworks (EPA ID: AR0000669). This system provides water to approximately 990 people from surface water sources.

There are 3 community water systems serving this area.

Water Systems Serving This Area

System Name EPA ID Population Source
Compton Waterworks AR0000669 990 Surface water
Western Grove Municipal Water AR0000400 930 Surface water
East Newton County Water Assn AR0000768 1,920 Surface water

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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 Compton Waterworks (AR0000669) on EPA.gov.

3 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 11 2022 1 2023 2 2024 9 2025
Health-based (MCL/TT) Other violations
Environmental Hazards (10) HIGH
Home & Infrastructure (6) MODERATE

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Cost & Community (8) HIGH

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Protect Your Home in Marble Falls

Based on local data for ZIP 72648, these services may benefit homeowners in your area.

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Gutter Installation & Repair

The median home in 72648 was built around 1976. 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 Marble Falls is 1976; 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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Roofing Inspection & Repair

Homes built around 1976 may be on their second or third roof. A professional inspection can catch damage before leaks start.

Typical cost: Roof inspection: typically $75–$300; repairs $300–$1,500

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 72648 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 47 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 72648 (primary system: Compton Waterworks), including 26 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 72648's water come from?

The recorded water source for Compton Waterworks, a system mapped to ZIP code 72648, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 990 people.

How does Marble Falls water compare to the national average?

Marble Falls's Home Safety Score ranks better than 67% of U.S. ZIP codes, and lower than 86% of ZIP codes within Arkansas.

How can I get my water tested in Marble Falls?

If Compton Waterworks 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 72648 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 72648 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.004 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2004-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.

What is the radon risk for 72648?

72648 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 3 (low county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Newton County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Marble Falls, AR (72648): 26 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 83/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/72648/
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Page version: October 2026.

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