Current Noncompliance AR 5 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Pyatt Waterworks

EPA ID: AR0000354 ยท 488 people served ยท 7 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Pyatt Waterworks (AR0000354): 2 unresolved EPA violations on record. Pyatt Waterworks carries 2 open EPA violations that remain unresolved in the federal system - approximately 488 people fall within its service area.

Data: EPA SDWIS

488
People Served
7
ZIP Codes Served
12
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
5
Contaminants Flagged
$156K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$48,648
Median Household Income
16,151
Service Area Population
96%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
84th
Energy Burden Percentile
53%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Pyatt Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $48,648 and an estimated 16,151 residents across its service area. Approximately 53% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 96% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Pyatt 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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
21th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

43 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
27 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 61% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Pyatt Waterworks compares to EPA limits

Chlorine residual 4 mg/L (MRDL โ€” Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level) (100% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 4 mg/L (MRDL โ€” Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level)
Irritation & DBP formation at high levels; protective at normal treatment levels

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections recorded.

Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Chlorine residual was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

Find a certified water filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Oak Grove Water
485 people
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Widener Waterworks
507 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $717
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $167
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $1,383

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $7,798

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$9,065
10 years
$18,130
20 years
$36,260

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,383 (one-time) vs. $18,130 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

Pyatt Waterworks (EPA ID: AR0000354) is a community water system in Arkansas that serves approximately 488 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 7 ZIP codes across 7 communities.

Violation History

2 current noncompliance records in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 10 resolved, 0 archived, 2 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
September 1, 2023 Chlorine residual Health-based Resolved
August 1, 2023 Chlorine residual Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Chlorine residual Health-based Resolved
June 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Health-based Resolved
May 1, 2023 Chlorine residual Health-based Resolved
May 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Addressed (current)
February 1, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Addressed (current)
September 1, 2022 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
December 1, 2021 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2021 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved

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 5 Yes
Chlorine residual Disinfectant 4 Yes
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 No

Health Risk Details

Chlorine (Residual Disinfectant) (EPA limit: 4 mg/L (MRDL โ€” Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level))

Irritation & DBP formation at high levels; protective at normal treatment levels At-risk groups: people with asthma or chemical sensitivities, kidney dialysis patients (water must be dechlorinated).

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), KDF media filter, carbon block filter. Find the right filter โ†’

Lead & Copper

No reported lead measurement appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. Absence of a reported measurement is not a measured zero.

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Pyatt Waterworks (AR0000354) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pyatt Waterworks water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 2 current noncompliance records and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Pyatt Waterworks serve?

Pyatt Waterworks serves approximately 488 people across 7 ZIP codes in Arkansas.

Where does Pyatt Waterworks get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Pyatt Waterworks's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Chlorine residual, Surface Water Treatment Rule, Lead and Copper Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 contaminants 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 Pyatt Waterworks serve?
Pyatt Waterworks serves approximately 488 people with drinking water across 7 ZIP codes.
What is Pyatt Waterworks's water source?
Pyatt Waterworks draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Pyatt Waterworks's service area?
The Pyatt Waterworks service area has a median household income of $48,648. EPA EJScreen data classifies 96% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Pyatt Waterworks get its water?
Pyatt 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. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Pyatt Waterworks (AR): 5 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ar0000354/
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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 โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Pyatt Waterworks (EPA ID: AR0000354) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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