Water System Report AR

Collins Water Association

EPA ID: AR0000181 · 212 people served · 1 ZIP code

With a five-year violation-free history, Collins Water Association delivers safe water to 212 residents.

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

212
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$71K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Collins Water Association Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$32,049
Median Household Income
3,313
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
90th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
75%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Collins Water Association serves a community with a median household income of $32,049 and an estimated 3,313 residents across its service area. Approximately 75% 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?

Groundwater

Collins Water Association'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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Chicot 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

51 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
19 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 73% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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

Collins Water Association (EPA ID: AR0000181) is a community water system in Arkansas that serves approximately 212 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 71638 in Dermott.

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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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Collins Water Association (AR0000181) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Collins Water Association water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Collins Water Association serve?

Collins Water Association serves approximately 212 people across 1 ZIP code in Arkansas.

Where does Collins Water Association get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Collins Water Association meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Collins Water Association serve?
Collins Water Association serves approximately 212 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Collins Water Association's water source?
Collins Water Association draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Collins Water Association's service area?
The Collins Water Association service area has a median household income of $32,049. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Collins Water Association get its water?
Collins Water Association'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.
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