Monitoring Violations AR

Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc

EPA ID: AR0000042 · 875 people served · 4 ZIP codes

While corrective steps may be in progress, Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc currently shows 1 EPA violation unresolved — serving a population of approximately 875.

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

C · 65
Avg Safety Score
875
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
10
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.023 mg/L
Max Lead Level — Exceeds Limit
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
2
Contaminants Flagged
$157K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 3 (2021) to 18 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$41,489
Median Household Income
3,051
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
61%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc serves a community with a median household income of $41,489 and an estimated 3,051 residents across its service area. Approximately 61% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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?

Surface Water

Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 4% of homes in Newton 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

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
19 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 74% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 9 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Arkansas

Luxora Waterworks
868 people
0 violations
A 0 violations
Thornton Waterworks
900 people
0 violations
B 17 violations
A 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Lead Pipe Replacement Flood Insurance
Lead Pipe Replacement $3,120
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $4,320

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Lead Exposure — Child Lifetime Cost $10,000

Per affected child (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,780
10 years
$15,560
20 years
$31,120

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $4,320 (one-time) vs. $15,560 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc (EPA ID: AR0000042) is a community water system in Arkansas that serves approximately 875 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (65/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

10 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
May 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
March 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
December 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
March 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 9 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
72641 0.023 mg/L Yes N/A
Lead exceeds EPA action level in at least one sampling location. Consider using a certified NSF/ANSI 53 or NSF/ANSI 58 filter rated for lead removal.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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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: 2 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 2 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc (AR0000042) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc water safe to drink?

Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc serve?

Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc serves approximately 875 people across 4 ZIP codes in Arkansas.

Where does Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
334
Unknown Material
15
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2002-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 875
Reported to Arkansas

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc safe to drink?
Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc has a C safety grade based on 10 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Lead and Copper Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc serve?
Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc serves approximately 875 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc's water source?
Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.023 mg/L. This exceeds the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. A lead-certified filter is recommended, especially for homes with young children.
What is the demographic profile of Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc's service area?
The Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc service area has a median household income of $41,489. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc get its water?
Mockingbird Hill Water Assoc's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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