Water System Report AR

North Crossett Utilities

EPA ID: AR0000022 · 3,222 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Water monitoring history at North Crossett Utilities shows a clean slate — EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 3,222 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

3,222
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$93K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 4 (2021) to 1 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for North Crossett Utilities Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$43,488
Median Household Income
17,051
Service Area Population
71%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
66%
Pre-1986 Housing

The North Crossett Utilities serves a community with a median household income of $43,488 and an estimated 17,051 residents across its service area. Approximately 66% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 71% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

North Crossett Utilities's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Ashley County, Arkansas rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
17 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 76% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance
Flood Insurance $1,500
Total Estimated Cost $1,500

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

System Overview

North Crossett Utilities (EPA ID: AR0000022) is a community water system in Arkansas that serves approximately 3,222 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by AR or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for North Crossett Utilities (AR0000022) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Crossett Utilities water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, North Crossett Utilities has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does North Crossett Utilities serve?

North Crossett Utilities serves approximately 3,222 people across 2 ZIP codes in Arkansas.

Where does North Crossett Utilities get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
North Crossett Utilities meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does North Crossett Utilities serve?
North Crossett Utilities serves approximately 3,222 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is North Crossett Utilities's water source?
North Crossett Utilities draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of North Crossett Utilities's service area?
The North Crossett Utilities service area has a median household income of $43,488. EPA EJScreen data classifies 71% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does North Crossett Utilities get its water?
North Crossett Utilities's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
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