Historical Compliance Records AR

Little River Water Association

EPA ID: AR0000371 ยท 619 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Little River Water Association (AR0000371): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. The five-year EPA compliance file for Little River Water Association contains 1 violation, each documented and subsequently closed - the utility now operates in full compliance and continues to supply approximately 619 residents with water meeting current federal standards, including both health-based and monitoring requirements.

Data: EPA SDWIS

619
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
1
Contaminants Flagged
$110K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$41,422
Median Household Income
13,286
Service Area Population
83%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
64%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Little River Water Association serves a community with a median household income of $41,422 and an estimated 13,286 residents across its service area. Approximately 64% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 83% 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

Little River 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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 69% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Little River Water Association compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Arkansas

Ravenden Waterworks
621 people
0 violations
11 violations
0 violations
Bonanza Waterworks
610 people
1 violation
Bowser Water Assn
635 people
3 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,500
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,650

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 $1,650 (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

Little River Water Association (EPA ID: AR0000371) is a community water system in Arkansas that serves approximately 619 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 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
May 1, 2022 Consumer Confidence Report 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 1 No

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 3 (Low Risk)

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 Little River Water Association (AR0000371) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Little River Water Association water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Little River Water Association; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Little River Water Association serve?

Little River Water Association serves approximately 619 people across 3 ZIP codes in Arkansas.

Where does Little River Water Association get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Little River Water Association'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 Little River Water Association serve?
Little River Water Association serves approximately 619 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Little River Water Association's water source?
Little River Water Association draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Little River Water Association's service area?
The Little River Water Association service area has a median household income of $41,422. EPA EJScreen data classifies 83% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Little River Water Association get its water?
Little River 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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Little River Water Association (AR): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ar0000371/
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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

Little River Water Association (EPA ID: AR0000371) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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