Water System Report AR

Lafe Regional Water Distribution Distric

EPA ID: AR0000483 · 2,583 people served · 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Lafe Regional Water Distribution Distric (AR0000483): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Lafe Regional Water Distribution Distric earns a clean bill from EPA monitoring - no violations in five years across a service area of 2,583 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,583
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$119K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Lafe Regional Water Distribution Distric Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$55,909
Median Household Income
44,746
Service Area Population
46%
Disadvantaged Population
72th
Poverty Percentile
66th
Energy Burden Percentile
53%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lafe Regional Water Distribution Distric serves a community with a median household income of $55,909 and an estimated 44,746 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: 46% 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?

Groundwater

Lafe Regional Water Distribution Distric'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
48th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
12th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

38 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
32 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 54% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,350
Radon Mitigation $100
Total Estimated Cost $1,450

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

Lafe Regional Water Distribution Distric (EPA ID: AR0000483) is a community water system in Arkansas that serves approximately 2,583 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free 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 Lafe Regional Water Distribution Distric (AR0000483) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lafe Regional Water Distribution Distric water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Lafe Regional Water Distribution Distric in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Lafe Regional Water Distribution Distric serve?

Lafe Regional Water Distribution Distric serves approximately 2,583 people across 5 ZIP codes in Arkansas.

Where does Lafe Regional Water Distribution Distric get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Lafe Regional Water Distribution Distric meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Lafe Regional Water Distribution Distric serve?
Lafe Regional Water Distribution Distric serves approximately 2,583 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Lafe Regional Water Distribution Distric's water source?
Lafe Regional Water Distribution Distric draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Lafe Regional Water Distribution Distric's service area?
The Lafe Regional Water Distribution Distric service area has a median household income of $55,909. EPA EJScreen data classifies 46% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Lafe Regional Water Distribution Distric get its water?
Lafe Regional Water Distribution Distric'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.

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