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Data from EPA Water Quality Reports. For official information, contact your water utility or health department.
Analysis of copper contamination levels across Arkansas cities
Complete list of cities where copper has been detected, sorted by level
| City | Level | EPA Limit | % of Limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CabotGrade B- | 0.0009 mg/L | 0.0020 mg/L | 42.8% | Safe |
| Little RockGrade C+ | 0.368 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | 28.3% | Safe |
| RogersGrade B+ | 0.361 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | 27.8% | Safe |
| JonesboroGrade B+ | 0.345 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | 26.5% | Safe |
| ConwayGrade B | 0.342 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | 26.3% | Safe |
| TexarkanaGrade B | 0.317 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | 24.4% | Safe |
| Hot SpringsGrade A- | 0.0005 mg/L | 0.0020 mg/L | 23.5% | Safe |
| SpringdaleGrade A- | 0.223 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | 17.2% | Safe |
| ParagouldGrade A+ | 0.210 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | 16.2% | Safe |
| North Little RockGrade B | 0.202 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | 15.5% | Safe |
| SherwoodGrade A- | 0.0003 mg/L | 0.0020 mg/L | 14.7% | Safe |
| JacksonvilleGrade A- | 0.190 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | 14.6% | Safe |
| BentonGrade A- | 0.0003 mg/L | 0.0020 mg/L | 13.9% | Safe |
| FayettevilleGrade B+ | 0.0002 mg/L | 0.0020 mg/L | 12.4% | Safe |
| Fort SmithGrade B+ | 0.0002 mg/L | 0.0020 mg/L | 12.3% | Safe |
| West MemphisGrade A+ | 0.150 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | 11.5% | Safe |
| RussellvilleGrade B+ | 0.0002 mg/L | 0.0020 mg/L | 10.3% | Safe |
| Bella VistaGrade B- | 0.134 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | 10.3% | Safe |
| BentonvilleGrade B+ | 0.099 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | 7.6% | Safe |
| Pine BluffGrade A+ | 0 mg/L | 0.0020 mg/L | 2.3% | Safe |
Copper is essential in small amounts, but elevated levels can cause gastrointestinal distress including nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Long-term exposure can cause liver or kidney damage. People with Wilson's disease are particularly vulnerable. Very high levels can give water a blue-green color and metallic taste.
Corrosion of household plumbing systems; erosion of natural deposits; copper pipes
Based on our analysis of EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) data and local water utility reports,copper has been detected in 20 Arkansas water systems. The average level across all tested cities is 18% of the EPA Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL), with the highest detection at 42.8% of the limit.
The EPA action level for copper is 1.3 mg/L. The EPA MCL for copper is 1.3 mg/L. This limit is set to protect public health based on available scientific evidence about the contaminant's health effects.
20 Arkansas cities have copper detected in their water supply. All tested cities are within EPA safety limits.
Gastrointestinal distress, liver and kidney damage with long-term exposure. The most vulnerable groups include people with wilson's disease and infants under 1 year.
The most effective methods for removing copper include Reverse Osmosis, Distillation, Ion Exchange. Look for filters certified by NSF/ANSI for copper reduction.
The EPA Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) for copper is 1.3 mg/L.The EPA action level for copper is 1.3 mg/L.
Recommended filtration methods for copper removal:
Removes 97-98% of copper
Very effective
Water softeners can help