Water System Report AR

Mulberry Waterworks

EPA ID: AR0000136 · 1,648 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, Mulberry Waterworks stands out with zero EPA violations over five consecutive monitoring years, delivering safe tap water to 1,648 residents and showing no enforcement activity across the entire reporting span.

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

1,648
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$162K
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 3 (2025). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$61,697
Median Household Income
17,188
Service Area Population
73%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
55%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mulberry Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $61,697 and an estimated 17,188 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 73% 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

Mulberry Waterworks'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
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 57% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Arkansas

A 0 violations
0 violations
C 5 violations
Salem Waterworks
1,639 people
0 violations
Earle Waterworks
1,659 people
B 6 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,833
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,133

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

Mulberry Waterworks (EPA ID: AR0000136) is a community water system in Arkansas that serves approximately 1,648 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 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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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: 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 Mulberry Waterworks (AR0000136) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mulberry Waterworks water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Mulberry Waterworks serve?

Mulberry Waterworks serves approximately 1,648 people across 3 ZIP codes in Arkansas.

Where does Mulberry Waterworks get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Mulberry Waterworks meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Mulberry Waterworks serve?
Mulberry Waterworks serves approximately 1,648 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Mulberry Waterworks's water source?
Mulberry Waterworks draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Mulberry Waterworks's service area?
The Mulberry Waterworks service area has a median household income of $61,697. EPA EJScreen data classifies 73% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Mulberry Waterworks get its water?
Mulberry Waterworks'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.
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