Monitoring Violations AR

Mountain Pine Waterworks

EPA ID: AR0000176 · 805 people served · 5 ZIP codes

Beyond the 1 historical violation on Mountain Pine Waterworks's EPA record, nothing remains open — the utility is currently compliant and supplies water to 805 residents.

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

C · 64
Avg Safety Score
805
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
1
Contaminants Flagged
$175K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Mountain Pine Waterworks Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$55,367
Median Household Income
52,705
Service Area Population
70%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
48%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mountain Pine Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $55,367 and an estimated 52,705 residents across its service area. Approximately 48% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 70% 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

Mountain Pine 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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Garland 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

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Mountain Pine Waterworks compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

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

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,600 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

MOUNTAIN PINE WATERWORKS (EPA ID: AR0000176) is a community water system in Arkansas that serves approximately 805 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (64/100)

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

Violation History

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

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 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

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 3 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.

  • 71902 — Hot Springs National Park
  • 71903 — Hot Springs National Park
  • 71913 — Hot Springs National Park
  • 71956 — Mountain Pine
  • 71968 — Royal

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Mountain Pine Waterworks (AR0000176) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mountain Pine Waterworks water safe to drink?

Mountain Pine Waterworks has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Mountain Pine Waterworks serve?

Mountain Pine Waterworks serves approximately 805 people across 5 ZIP codes in Arkansas.

Where does Mountain Pine Waterworks 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
212
Unknown Material
88
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 2001-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 805
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.

Learn about lead in drinking water →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Mountain Pine Waterworks safe to drink?
Mountain Pine Waterworks has a C safety grade based on 1 recorded violation. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Mountain Pine 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 Mountain Pine Waterworks serve?
Mountain Pine Waterworks serves approximately 805 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Mountain Pine Waterworks's water source?
Mountain Pine Waterworks draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Mountain Pine Waterworks's service area?
The Mountain Pine Waterworks service area has a median household income of $55,367. EPA EJScreen data classifies 70% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Mountain Pine Waterworks get its water?
Mountain Pine 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.

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 →

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

Mountain Pine Waterworks (EPA ID: AR0000176) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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