Arkabutla Water Association
EPA ID: MS0690001 · 454 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Arkabutla Water Association (MS0690001): 2 unresolved EPA violations on record. Per EPA records, Arkabutla Water Association: 2 unresolved violations, 454 people in service area.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Arkabutla Water Association Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Arkabutla Water Association serves a community with a median household income of $60,902 and an estimated 24,145 residents across its service area. Approximately 40% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 40% 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?
Arkabutla Water Association's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Arkabutla Water Association compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Lead and Copper Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Contaminant 0700 at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Mississippi
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
Arkabutla Water Association (EPA ID: MS0690001) is a community water system in Mississippi that serves approximately 454 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 6 resolved, 0 archived, 2 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 22, 2022 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 22, 2022 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 22, 2022 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 22, 2022 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 7, 2021 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Resolved |
| October 7, 2021 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Addressed (current) |
| October 7, 2021 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Resolved |
| October 7, 2021 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Addressed (current) |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 4 | No |
| Contaminant 0700 | Other Violation | 4 | Yes |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0011 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.
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: 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 MS 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 Arkabutla Water Association (MS0690001) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Arkabutla Water Association water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 2 current health-based noncompliance records for Arkabutla Water Association. Review the utility's current notices and EPA record. This system-level compliance history cannot determine conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Arkabutla Water Association serve?
Arkabutla Water Association serves approximately 454 people across 2 ZIP codes in Mississippi.
Where does Arkabutla Water Association get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Arkabutla Water Association (MS): 4 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ms0690001/
@misc{zipcheckup-water-system-ms0690001,
author = {{ZipCheckup}},
title = {{Arkabutla Water Association (MS): 4 Health Violations}},
year = {n.d.},
url = {https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ms0690001/}
}
What You Can Do
Test your water
Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter →
Check your specific ZIP code
Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →
Contact your utility
Arkabutla Water Association (EPA ID: MS0690001) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.