Historical Compliance Records AR

Okolona Waterworks

EPA ID: AR0000089 ยท 562 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Okolona Waterworks (AR0000089): 3 EPA violations in the last five years. Since the flagged events, Okolona Waterworks resolved all 3 violations - compliant today, 562 residents served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

562
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
1
Contaminants Flagged
$110K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Okolona Waterworks Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Okolona Waterworks'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 59% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Okolona Waterworks compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

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Cost of Inaction

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

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

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

Okolona Waterworks (EPA ID: AR0000089) is a community water system in Arkansas that serves approximately 562 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 71962 in Okolona.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 3 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 3 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
November 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
November 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
June 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based 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 3 No

Lead & Copper

No reported lead measurement appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. Absence of a reported measurement is not a measured zero.

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

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 Okolona Waterworks (AR0000089) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Okolona Waterworks water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Okolona Waterworks; its 3 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Okolona Waterworks serve?

Okolona Waterworks serves approximately 562 people across 1 ZIP code in Arkansas.

Where does Okolona Waterworks get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Okolona Waterworks's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 Okolona Waterworks serve?
Okolona Waterworks serves approximately 562 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Okolona Waterworks's water source?
Okolona Waterworks draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Where does Okolona Waterworks get its water?
Okolona Waterworks'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Okolona Waterworks (AR): 3 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ar0000089/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Okolona Waterworks (EPA ID: AR0000089) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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