Water System Report AR

Highfill Water Department

EPA ID: AR0000885 ยท 3,970 people served ยท 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Highfill Water Department (AR0000885): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Highfill Water Department's five-year compliance history is clean by every EPA metric - no health-based violations, no monitoring lapses, no enforcement actions on record, reflecting consistent performance for a utility that supplies water to approximately 3,970 residents year after year.

Data: EPA SDWIS

3,970
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$219K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Highfill Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$69,620
Median Household Income
61,423
Service Area Population
27%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
33%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Highfill Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $69,620 and an estimated 61,423 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Highfill Water Department'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

28 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
41 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 41% 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. 6 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†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Arkansas

Haskell Water System
4,000 people
0 violations
Elkins Waterworks
3,905 people
1 violation
2 violations
0 violations
1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,700
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $200
Water Filtration $120
Total Estimated Cost $2,420

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 $2,420 (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

Highfill Water Department (EPA ID: AR0000885) is a community water system in Arkansas that serves approximately 3,970 people from surface water 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

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.001 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

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 Highfill Water Department (AR0000885) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Highfill Water Department water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Highfill Water Department 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 Highfill Water Department serve?

Highfill Water Department serves approximately 3,970 people across 5 ZIP codes in Arkansas.

Where does Highfill Water Department get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Highfill Water Department meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Highfill Water Department serve?
Highfill Water Department serves approximately 3,970 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Highfill Water Department's water source?
Highfill Water Department draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Highfill Water Department's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Highfill Water Department's service area?
The Highfill Water Department service area has a median household income of $69,620. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Highfill Water Department get its water?
Highfill Water Department'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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