Water System Report AR

Rogers Water Utilities

EPA ID: AR0000055 ยท 81,443 people served ยท 7 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Rogers Water Utilities (AR0000055): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Unlike many utilities its size, Rogers Water Utilities carries a violation-free five-year record - no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 81,443 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

81,443
People Served
7
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$258K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Rogers Water Utilities Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$92,173
Median Household Income
213,972
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
23th
Energy Burden Percentile
28%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Rogers Water Utilities serves a community with a median household income of $92,173 and an estimated 213,972 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Rogers Water Utilities'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
19th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

29 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
39 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 43% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 3 detections recorded.

Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Arkansas

Jonesboro Water System
81,888 people
0 violations
0 violations
Hot Springs Utilities
75,343 people
B 1 violation
Conway Water System
64,008 people
0 violations
A 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,543
Radon Mitigation $343
PFAS Treatment $214
Water Filtration $43
Total Estimated Cost $2,143

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,143 (one-time) vs. $330 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

Rogers Water Utilities (EPA ID: AR0000055) is a community water system in Arkansas that serves approximately 81,443 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 7 ZIP codes across 6 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.001 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Rogers Water Utilities (AR0000055) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rogers Water Utilities water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Rogers Water Utilities in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Rogers Water Utilities serve?

Rogers Water Utilities serves approximately 81,443 people across 7 ZIP codes in Arkansas.

Where does Rogers Water Utilities get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
116

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Rogers Water Utilities meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Rogers Water Utilities serve?
Rogers Water Utilities serves approximately 81,443 people with drinking water across 7 ZIP codes.
What is Rogers Water Utilities's water source?
Rogers Water Utilities draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Rogers Water Utilities's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Rogers Water Utilities's service area?
The Rogers Water Utilities service area has a median household income of $92,173. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Rogers Water Utilities get its water?
Rogers Water Utilities'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Rogers Water Utilities, AR: Serves 81K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ar0000055/
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