A88/100
BENTONVILLE WATER UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 51,250 people · Arkansas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
AR0000041
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2008.
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 BENTONVILLE WATER UTILITIES
Is BENTONVILLE WATER UTILITIES water safe to drink?
BENTONVILLE WATER UTILITIES water receives a grade of A (88/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BENTONVILLE WATER UTILITIES detected?
69 contaminants were tested in BENTONVILLE WATER UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BENTONVILLE WATER UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, BENTONVILLE WATER UTILITIES has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2008. Violation types include MCL, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does BENTONVILLE WATER UTILITIES serve?
BENTONVILLE WATER UTILITIES serves approximately 51,250 people, Arkansas.
What type of water does BENTONVILLE WATER UTILITIES provide?
BENTONVILLE WATER UTILITIES 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 AR0000041.
How does BENTONVILLE WATER UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Arkansas?
BENTONVILLE WATER UTILITIES scores 88/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Arkansas state page for a full comparison of water systems.