Water System Report AR

Marion County Reg Water District

EPA ID: AR0000770 · 0 people served · 2 ZIP codes

With a five-year violation-free history, Marion County Reg Water District delivers safe water to 0 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

0
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$154K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Marion County Reg Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$48,497
Median Household Income
6,426
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
50%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Marion County Reg Water District serves a community with a median household income of $48,497 and an estimated 6,426 residents across its service area. Approximately 50% 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.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Marion County Reg Water District'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

About 3% of homes in Marion 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

43 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 61% 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. 1 detection 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $900
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $250
Total Estimated Cost $1,550

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 $1,550 (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

Marion County Reg Water District (EPA ID: AR0000770) is a community water system in Arkansas that serves approximately 0 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 1 ZIP code 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 Marion County Reg Water District (AR0000770) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marion County Reg Water District water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Marion County Reg Water District has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Marion County Reg Water District serve?

Marion County Reg Water District serves approximately 0 people across 2 ZIP codes in Arkansas.

Where does Marion County Reg Water District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Marion County Reg Water District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
What is Marion County Reg Water District's water source?
Marion County Reg Water District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Marion County Reg Water District's service area?
The Marion County Reg Water District service area has a median household income of $48,497. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Marion County Reg Water District get its water?
Marion County Reg Water District'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.
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