Historical Compliance Records AR 5 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Norman Waterworks

EPA ID: AR0000391 ยท 750 people served ยท 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Norman Waterworks (AR0000391): 5 past health-based violations, since resolved. While 5 violations did appear in Norman Waterworks's five-year monitoring record, none remain unresolved - the utility has returned to full compliance and continues to serve approximately 750 residents under all current EPA drinking water standards.

Data: EPA SDWIS

750
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
5
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
2
Contaminants Flagged
$124K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$47,500
Median Household Income
9,651
Service Area Population
88%
Disadvantaged Population
78th
Poverty Percentile
82th
Energy Burden Percentile
44%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Norman Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $47,500 and an estimated 9,651 residents across its service area. Approximately 44% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 88% 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Norman Waterworks's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
16th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 59% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Norman Waterworks compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 4 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,500
Radon Mitigation $300
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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 $6,185

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$8,095
10 years
$16,190
20 years
$32,380

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,100 (one-time) vs. $16,190 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

Norman Waterworks (EPA ID: AR0000391) is a community water system in Arkansas that serves approximately 750 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 5 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 5 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
October 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 4 Yes
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 Yes

Health Risk Details

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) (EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L)

Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns At-risk groups: pregnant women, long-term consumers of chlorinated water, people who frequently shower in chlorinated water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, point-of-entry aeration. Find the right filter โ†’

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)

Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. 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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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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 Norman Waterworks (AR0000391) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Norman Waterworks water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Norman Waterworks; its 5 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Norman Waterworks serve?

Norman Waterworks serves approximately 750 people across 5 ZIP codes in Arkansas.

Where does Norman Waterworks get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Norman Waterworks's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Haloacetic Acids (HAA5). Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 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 Norman Waterworks serve?
Norman Waterworks serves approximately 750 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Norman Waterworks's water source?
Norman Waterworks draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Norman Waterworks's service area?
The Norman Waterworks service area has a median household income of $47,500. EPA EJScreen data classifies 88% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Norman Waterworks get its water?
Norman Waterworks's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. 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.). Norman Waterworks (AR): 5 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ar0000391/
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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

Norman Waterworks (EPA ID: AR0000391) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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