Bentonville Water Utilities

We're pleased to present this year's Annual Municipal Water Quality Report. This document aims to inform you about the quality water and services we deliver daily. Our mission is to provide safe, reliable municipal water, and we encourage you to understand and participate in our ongoing efforts to improve water treatment processes and protect our valuable water resources.

Our Water Source
Municipal water (both tap and bottled) comes from various sources including rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. We purchase treated surface water from Beaver Water District, which draws from Beaver Lake.

Safety of Our Water Source
The Arkansas Department of Health has completed a Source Water Vulnerability Assessment for Beaver Water District. This assessment evaluates potential contamination risks to our water supply and serves as a foundation for developing a source water protection plan. Based on various assessment criteria, our water supply has been classified as having low susceptibility to contamination.

Potential Contaminants in Municipal Water
As water moves across land or through soil, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and can pick up substances from animal presence or human activity. Potential contaminants include:

• Microbial contaminants (viruses, bacteria) from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural operations, and wildlife
• Inorganic contaminants (salts, metals) occurring naturally or resulting from urban runoff, wastewater discharges, oil/gas production, farming, or mining
• Pesticides and herbicides from agriculture, urban runoff, and residential usage
• Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals from industrial processes, petroleum production, gas stations, urban runoff, and septic systems
• Radioactive contaminants that may occur naturally or result from oil/gas production and mining

EPA regulations limit contaminant levels in public water systems, while FDA regulations establish similar protections for bottled water.

Understanding Health Risks
All municipal water, including bottled water, may contain small amounts of some contaminants. Their presence doesn't necessarily indicate a health risk. However, certain populations may be more vulnerable, including immunocompromised individuals (cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, organ transplant recipients, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune disorders), some elderly individuals, and infants. These individuals should seek advice from healthcare providers about their municipal water consumption.

Lead in Municipal Water
Elevated lead levels can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in municipal water typically comes from service lines and home plumbing components. While we provide high-quality water, we cannot control the materials used in residential plumbing. To minimize potential lead exposure, run your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking, especially after water has been sitting for several hours. If concerned, consider having your water tested for lead.

Learn More About Your Municipal Water
For questions about this report or your water utility, please contact Preston Newbill, Manager, at 479-271-3140. We want our customers to be well-informed about their water utility. To learn more, attend our regular meetings held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:00 PM at 305 SW A Street.

Frequently Asked Questions About AOP Applications

1. Does the AOP application process differ from standard applications?
   All SUNY Geneseo AOP applicants must complete either a SUNY Application or Common Application to be considered for admission. For Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) consideration, applicants must respond to EOP eligibility questions within these applications and complete the FAFSA. TOP applicants should review eligibility requirements in questions 2 and 4 on this page.
2. How can I determine my eligibility for AOP programs?
   While AOP applicants may not meet all standard admission criteria, their potential for academic success at Geneseo can be established through detailed review of their academic records. Supporting documentation includes counselor/teacher recommendations, standardized test scores (SAT, ACT, or GED) when applicable, and high school transcripts. Some cases may require campus interviews or TOEFL scores.
3. What's the application process for AOP admission?
   After submitting your SUNY or Common Application, you'll be considered for one of Geneseo's Access Opportunity Programs if you meet specific criteria. For EOP, respond to eligibility questions on both application platforms and FAFSA. For TOP, either meet eligibility requirements reviewed by the AOP Office, or request TOP assessment if uncertain about standard admission qualifications.
4. What are the minimum academic requirements for AOP admission?
   For freshmen: High school GPA between 80-91; SAT combined score of 880-1100 on Critical Reading and Math (CR minimum 440), or ACT score of 17. TASC recipients need a minimum score of 2750. All applicants must be high school graduates or have TASC/GED credentials.
   For transfers: Completion of two full-time semesters at another college with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
5. Are there differences between EOP and TOP requirements?
   Yes. EOP applicants must meet New York State's financial guidelines, while TOP applicants must belong to underrepresented racial groups, be recent immigrants seeking permanent residency, be first-generation college students, or be adults aged 25+ enrolling full-time.