Water System Report AR

Bald Knob Waterworks

EPA ID: AR0000584 ยท 2,911 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Bald Knob Waterworks (AR0000584): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, Bald Knob Waterworks kept a clean EPA record - five years, no issues, 2,911 people served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,911
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$133K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Bald Knob Waterworks Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$49,528
Median Household Income
12,788
Service Area Population
54%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
51%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Bald Knob Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $49,528 and an estimated 12,788 residents across its service area. Approximately 51% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 54% 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

Bald Knob 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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

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

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Arkansas

3 violations
Pangburn Waterworks
2,936 people
0 violations
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2,956 people
1 violation
2 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance
Flood Insurance $1,500
Total Estimated Cost $1,500

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

Bald Knob Waterworks (EPA ID: AR0000584) is a community water system in Arkansas that serves approximately 2,911 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 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 $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 Bald Knob Waterworks (AR0000584) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bald Knob Waterworks water safe to drink?

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

Bald Knob Waterworks serves approximately 2,911 people across 2 ZIP codes in Arkansas.

Where does Bald Knob Waterworks get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Bald Knob Waterworks meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Bald Knob Waterworks serve?
Bald Knob Waterworks serves approximately 2,911 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Bald Knob Waterworks's water source?
Bald Knob Waterworks draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Bald Knob Waterworks's service area?
The Bald Knob Waterworks service area has a median household income of $49,528. EPA EJScreen data classifies 54% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Bald Knob Waterworks get its water?
Bald Knob 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.). Bald Knob Waterworks Water Quality Report, AR. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ar0000584/
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