C47/100
FORT SMITH WATER UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 86,209 people · Arkansas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
AR0000507
Violations
10
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 2017.
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 FORT SMITH WATER UTILITIES
Is FORT SMITH WATER UTILITIES water safe to drink?
FORT SMITH WATER UTILITIES water receives a grade of C (47/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 10 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has FORT SMITH WATER UTILITIES detected?
76 contaminants were tested in FORT SMITH WATER UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FORT SMITH WATER UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, FORT SMITH WATER UTILITIES has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include TT. 10 are health-based violations.
How many people does FORT SMITH WATER UTILITIES serve?
FORT SMITH WATER UTILITIES serves approximately 86,209 people, Arkansas.
What type of water does FORT SMITH WATER UTILITIES provide?
FORT SMITH WATER UTILITIES sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is AR0000507.
How does FORT SMITH WATER UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Arkansas?
FORT SMITH WATER UTILITIES scores 47/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Arkansas state page for a full comparison of water systems.