Water System Report AR

Benton-washington Regional Pwa

EPA ID: AR0000871 · 30 people served · 15 ZIP codes

Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, Benton-washington Regional Pwa stands out with zero EPA violations over five consecutive monitoring years, delivering safe tap water to 30 residents and showing no enforcement activity across the entire reporting span.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

30
People Served
15
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$243K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 2 (2021) to 20 (2025). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Benton-washington Regional Pwa Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$72,233
Median Household Income
227,009
Service Area Population
28%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
23th
Energy Burden Percentile
36%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Benton-washington Regional Pwa serves a community with a median household income of $72,233 and an estimated 227,009 residents across its service area.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Benton-washington Regional Pwa's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
19th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Benton County, Arkansas rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

32 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
37 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 46% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 9 detections recorded.

Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,400
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $192
Water Filtration $46
Total Estimated Cost $2,038

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,038 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Benton-washington Regional Pwa (EPA ID: AR0000871) is a community water system in Arkansas that serves approximately 30 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 15 ZIP codes across 13 communities.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 13 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 2 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Benton-washington Regional Pwa (AR0000871) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Benton-washington Regional Pwa water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Benton-washington Regional Pwa has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Benton-washington Regional Pwa serve?

Benton-washington Regional Pwa serves approximately 30 people across 15 ZIP codes in Arkansas.

Where does Benton-washington Regional Pwa get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Benton-washington Regional Pwa meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Benton-washington Regional Pwa serve?
Benton-washington Regional Pwa serves approximately 30 people with drinking water across 15 ZIP codes.
What is Benton-washington Regional Pwa's water source?
Benton-washington Regional Pwa draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Benton-washington Regional Pwa's service area?
The Benton-washington Regional Pwa service area has a median household income of $72,233. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Benton-washington Regional Pwa get its water?
Benton-washington Regional Pwa's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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