Fulton Waterworks
EPA ID: AR0000231 · 379 people served · 2 ZIP codes
Throughout five consecutive years of federal water monitoring, Fulton Waterworks recorded zero violations — solid performance for a utility serving 379 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Compliance Trajectory
Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months
Violations went from 7 (2023) to 6 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Fulton Waterworks Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Fulton Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $47,723 and an estimated 14,907 residents across its service area. Approximately 63% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 80% 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?
Fulton 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.
About 4% of homes in Hempstead 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
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Fulton Waterworks (EPA ID: AR0000231) is a community water system in Arkansas that serves approximately 379 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
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 Fulton Waterworks (AR0000231) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fulton Waterworks water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Fulton Waterworks has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Fulton Waterworks serve?
Fulton Waterworks serves approximately 379 people across 2 ZIP codes in Arkansas.
Where does Fulton Waterworks get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.