Water System Report AR

Marshall Waterworks

EPA ID: AR0000501 ยท 2,550 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Marshall Waterworks (AR0000501): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Five clean years on EPA record - Marshall Waterworks, 2,550 residents served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,550
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$107K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$38,056
Median Household Income
6,450
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
90th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Marshall Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $38,056 and an estimated 6,450 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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

Marshall 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 63% of expected lifespan used End of life

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†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $333
Water Filtration $200
Total Estimated Cost $933

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $933 (one-time) vs. $330 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

Marshall Waterworks (EPA ID: AR0000501) is a community water system in Arkansas that serves approximately 2,550 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 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 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 Marshall Waterworks (AR0000501) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marshall Waterworks water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Marshall Waterworks 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 Marshall Waterworks serve?

Marshall Waterworks serves approximately 2,550 people across 3 ZIP codes in Arkansas.

Where does Marshall Waterworks get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Marshall Waterworks meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Marshall Waterworks serve?
Marshall Waterworks serves approximately 2,550 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Marshall Waterworks's water source?
Marshall Waterworks draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Marshall Waterworks's service area?
The Marshall Waterworks service area has a median household income of $38,056. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Marshall Waterworks get its water?
Marshall 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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Marshall Waterworks Water Quality Report, AR. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ar0000501/
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