Water System Report AR

Wilmar Waterworks

EPA ID: AR0000187 · 400 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Across every monitored period in the past five years, Wilmar Waterworks reported no EPA violations for its service population of 400.

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

400
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$137K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2021) to 6 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$40,878
Median Household Income
16,572
Service Area Population
64%
Disadvantaged Population
57th
Poverty Percentile
73th
Energy Burden Percentile
51%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Wilmar Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $40,878 and an estimated 16,572 residents across its service area. Approximately 51% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 64% 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

Wilmar 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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
13th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Ashley 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
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Arkansas

Keo Water Works
402 people
A 1 violation
A 2 violations
Biggers Waterworks
404 people
D 0 violations
0 violations
D 3 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,600
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $1,700

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

Wilmar Waterworks (EPA ID: AR0000187) is a community water system in Arkansas that serves approximately 400 people from groundwater 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 Wilmar Waterworks (AR0000187) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wilmar Waterworks water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Wilmar Waterworks serve?

Wilmar Waterworks serves approximately 400 people across 3 ZIP codes in Arkansas.

Where does Wilmar Waterworks get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Wilmar Waterworks meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Wilmar Waterworks serve?
Wilmar Waterworks serves approximately 400 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Wilmar Waterworks's water source?
Wilmar Waterworks draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Wilmar Waterworks's service area?
The Wilmar Waterworks service area has a median household income of $40,878. EPA EJScreen data classifies 64% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Wilmar Waterworks get its water?
Wilmar 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.
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