B73/100
BENTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY5 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,813 people · Arkansas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
AR0000913
Violations
16
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About BENTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY5
Is BENTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY5 water safe to drink?
BENTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY5 water receives a grade of B (73/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BENTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY5 detected?
1 contaminants were tested in BENTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY5's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BENTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY5 have any EPA violations?
Yes, BENTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY5 has 16 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include RPT, Other, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does BENTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY5 serve?
BENTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY5 serves approximately 1,813 people, Arkansas.
What type of water does BENTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY5 provide?
BENTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY5 sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is AR0000913.
How does BENTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY5 compare to other utilities in Arkansas?
BENTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY5 scores 73/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Arkansas state page for a full comparison of water systems.