Is London, AR Tap Water Safe to Drink?
London, 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 London Get Its Water?
Water in London, AR is provided by 3 public water systems: CITY CORPORATION, EAST JOHNSON CO WATER ASSN and TRI-COUNTY WATER DISTBR DIST.
How Is London Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using chloramines and free chlorine and ozone and on-site generated disinfectant. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration) and slow sand filtration.
What's in London Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in London 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 | 0.005 µg/L | 1 ZIP | Within guideline |
| 11Cl-PF3OUdS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFBA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for London
Current EPA monitoring data for London 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 London Tap Water
Is London tap water safe to drink?
London 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 London tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in London water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, 11Cl-PF3OUdS. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does London get its drinking water?
London receives water from 3 public water systems, including CITY CORPORATION.
Do I need a water filter in London?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in London. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is London tap water tested?
Public water systems in London 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 2025-05-14.
Tap water reports by ZIP in London
- 72847 - London tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving London, 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.
- CITY CORPORATIONLooks OK
- EAST JOHNSON CO WATER ASSNLooks OK
- TRI-COUNTY WATER DISTBR DISTLooks OK
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