Is Crystal Springs, AR Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Crystal Springs, AR tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Contaminants including lithium have been detected at or below guideline thresholds.
Where Does Crystal Springs Get Its Water?
Water in Crystal Springs, AR is provided by 2 public water systems: KIMZEY REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT and HOT SPRINGS UTILITIES.
How Is Crystal Springs Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using chloramines and free chlorine. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration).
What's in Crystal Springs Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Crystal Springs public water systems. All detected levels fall at or below EPA health guidelines in this dataset.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 11Cl-PF3OUdS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFBA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 8:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Crystal Springs
Current EPA monitoring data for Crystal Springs shows contaminant levels within guideline thresholds across all ZIP codes in this dataset. As with all public water systems, sensitive populations may choose to use a certified filter for additional peace of mind.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Crystal Springs Tap Water
Is Crystal Springs tap water safe to drink?
Crystal Springs tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Sensitive populations may still choose to use a certified filter as a precaution.
What contaminants are in Crystal Springs tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Crystal Springs water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, 11Cl-PF3OUdS. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Crystal Springs get its drinking water?
Crystal Springs receives water from 2 public water systems, including KIMZEY REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT.
Do I need a water filter in Crystal Springs?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Crystal Springs. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is Crystal Springs tap water tested?
Public water systems in Crystal Springs are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2025-02-20.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Crystal Springs
- 71968 - Crystal Springs tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving Crystal Springs, AR
Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.
- HOT SPRINGS UTILITIESSome concern
Also covers / overlaps with
- Hale, AR · Township
- Royal, AR · Community
- Whittington, AR · Township