Delight Waterworks
EPA ID: AR0000423 · 1,577 people served · 3 ZIP codes
Unlike fully compliant utilities, Delight Waterworks has 28 outstanding EPA violations for approximately 1,577 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Delight Waterworks Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade C
Service Area Demographics
The Delight Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $50,130 and an estimated 13,631 residents across its service area. Approximately 65% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 78% 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?
Delight 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.
About 1% of homes in Howard 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
Detected Contaminants
How Delight Waterworks compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Lead and Copper Rule at 13 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Chlorine residual at 19 mg/L (MRDL — Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 4 mg/L (MRDL — Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level). Irritation & DBP formation at high levels; protective at normal treatment levels. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.
Chlorine residual 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
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
Delight Waterworks (EPA ID: AR0000423) is a community water system in Arkansas that serves approximately 1,577 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.
Average Home Safety Score: C (55/100)
Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.
Violation History
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2025 | Chlorine residual | Health-based | Unresolved |
| June 1, 2025 | Chlorine residual | Health-based | Unresolved |
| June 1, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| May 1, 2025 | Chlorine residual | Health-based | Unresolved |
| May 1, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| April 1, 2025 | Chlorine residual | Health-based | Unresolved |
| April 1, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| March 1, 2025 | Chlorine residual | Health-based | Unresolved |
| March 1, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| February 1, 2025 | Chlorine residual | Health-based | Unresolved |
| February 1, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| January 1, 2025 | Chlorine residual | Health-based | Unresolved |
| January 1, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| December 1, 2024 | Chlorine residual | Health-based | Unresolved |
| December 1, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| November 1, 2024 | Chlorine residual | Health-based | Unresolved |
| November 1, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| October 1, 2024 | Chlorine residual | Health-based | Unresolved |
| September 1, 2024 | Chlorine residual | Health-based | Unresolved |
| August 1, 2024 | Chlorine residual | Health-based | Unresolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chlorine residual | Disinfectant | 19 | Yes |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 13 | No |
Health Risk Details
Chlorine (Residual Disinfectant) (EPA limit: 4 mg/L (MRDL — 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 →
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Radon Risk in Service Area
Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
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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
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 Delight Waterworks (AR0000423) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Delight Waterworks water safe to drink?
Delight Waterworks has recorded 19 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.
How many people does Delight Waterworks serve?
Delight Waterworks serves approximately 1,577 people across 3 ZIP codes in Arkansas.
Where does Delight Waterworks get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
What You Can Do
Test your water
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Contact your utility
Delight Waterworks (EPA ID: AR0000423) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.