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Official Status: March 2026

Is Fort Smith tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Fort Smith scores 96/100.

Safety Score
96
out of 100

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Fort Smith

Arkansas

View Arkansas state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Fort Smith tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Fort Smith scores 96/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 0 local systems in Fort Smith. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 02:30 PM
0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Fort Smith.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Fort Smith?

Requirement Status
Optional
🟢
💡

Expert Advice

Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.

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Baby Formula Safety

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Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Fort Smith, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. The high safety score (96/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Current records show no major contaminant spikes, making Fort Smith a preferred choice for health-conscious families.

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Compliance Record for Fort Smith

0
Violations (5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Fort Smith.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fort Smith tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Fort Smith scores 96/100.

How many water systems serve Fort Smith?

Fort Smith is served by 0 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Fort Smith?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Fort Smith.

What is the water quality score for Fort Smith?

The water quality score for Fort Smith is 96 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.

What are the top contaminants in Fort Smith?

Current contaminant data for Fort Smith is being updated. Check back soon or search your specific address for the latest results.

Water Quality Score
96/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
1
Population
86,209

Fort Smith Water Quality Summary

Fort Smith, AR receives a water quality score of 96/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Fort Smith's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.

Fort Smith's score of 96 is 14 points above the Arkansas state average of 82, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

For residents and home seekers in Fort Smith, Arkansas, the local drinking water achieves top-tier quality marks that offer peace of mind. Relying on a single system to supply the entire mid-size city helps maintain these high standards, even with the surrounding South-central agricultural footprint of poultry and rice farming. Those looking to settle near the Ozark uplands can feel confident in the exceptional reliability of their household tap.

Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Arkansas water quality rankings report →

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Water Systems Serving Fort Smith (0)

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