Russell Waterworks
EPA ID: AR0000591 · 461 people served · 3 ZIP codes
Within the EPA compliance database, Russell Waterworks shows 1 violation still pending resolution — a status that applies across the full service territory of approximately 461 people and reflects findings that have not yet cleared the federal enforcement process or received formal closure.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Russell Waterworks Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade A
Service Area Demographics
The Russell Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $48,079 and an estimated 8,674 residents across its service area. Approximately 47% 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.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Russell 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 White 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 Russell Waterworks compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Arkansas
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
Russell Waterworks (EPA ID: AR0000591) is a community water system in Arkansas that serves approximately 461 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.
Average Home Safety Score: A (85/100)
Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.
Violation History
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Failure | 1 | No |
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)
Need help with your water quality?
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: 2 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Russell Waterworks (AR0000591) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Russell Waterworks water safe to drink?
Russell Waterworks has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.
How many people does Russell Waterworks serve?
Russell Waterworks serves approximately 461 people across 3 ZIP codes in Arkansas.
Where does Russell 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
Russell Waterworks (EPA ID: AR0000591) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.