Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Water Supplier in Northwest Arkansas
Since 1959, Beaver Water District has been the cornerstone of clean water supply for Northwest Arkansas, delivering safe, economical drinking water to over 400,000 residents across Fayetteville, Springdale, Rogers, and Bentonville. Our mission prioritizes sustainable water management through a multi-barrier approach, emphasizing source water protection, advanced treatment processes, and robust distribution system controls. With a strategic focus on infrastructure resilience, weve invested in critical projects like the Western Corridor Pipeline and high-service pump expansions to meet growing regional demands.Our commitment to innovation is exemplified by renewable energy initiatives, including a 5 MW solar park projected to save $10 million over its lifespan. Guided by core values of excellence, teamwork, and integrity, we maintain transparency through public education programs, watershed partnerships, and real-time water quality reporting. As Northwest Arkansas expands, our proactive planning ensures uninterrupted service reliability while preserving Beaver Lakes ecological health for future generations.
Services
Water Supply Distribution
Source Water Protection
Infrastructure Expansion Projects
Water Quality Monitoring
Environmental Education Programs
Details
- Year established: 1959
Highlights and features
- Established in 1959 with decades of regional water supply expertise
- Serves 400,000+ residents across four major Northwest Arkansas cities
- Proactive infrastructure investments ensure service reliability during growth
- Comprehensive source water protection programs preserve Beaver Lake quality
- Sustainability initiatives reduce environmental impact and operational costs
What people say
Reliable water supply
Transparent operations
Environmental commitment
Services
Water Supply Distribution
We distribute treated water from Beaver Lake to four major cities through an advanced pipeline network. Our infrastructure includes 60-inch transmission mains and strategically located pump stations to ensure consistent pressure and availability. Continuous system upgrades maintain reliability during regional growth periods.
Source Water Protection
Our protection programs monitor and preserve Beaver Lake's water quality through land conservation, pollution prevention, and partnership initiatives. We implement buffer zones, regulate development near water sources, and conduct regular environmental assessments to maintain raw water quality.
Infrastructure Expansion
We execute large-scale projects like the Western Corridor Pipeline and high-service pump station additions. These improvements enhance water delivery capacity, redundancy, and hydraulic efficiency to meet increasing demand from Northwest Arkansas' growing population.
Environmental Education
Our educational programs provide customized resources for schools, including watershed science lessons and classroom presentations. We also organize public events and distribute materials to promote water conservation awareness and stewardship practices.
Water Quality Monitoring
We maintain rigorous quality control through daily sampling, laboratory analysis, and compliance with state/federal regulations. Our monitoring covers over 100 parameters, with results published in annual reports and accessible through our online water data portal.
Questions
What areas does Beaver Water District serve?
We supply treated water to Fayetteville, Springdale, Rogers, and Bentonville, which distribute it to over 400,000 residents and businesses in Northwest Arkansas.
How does the district protect water quality?
Our multi-barrier approach includes source water protection, advanced treatment processes, distribution system monitoring, and public education programs to maintain Beaver Lake's quality.
What major infrastructure projects are underway?
Current projects include the Western Corridor Pipeline expansion, high-service pump station upgrades, and a 5 MW solar energy facility to enhance reliability and sustainability.
How can residents learn about water conservation?
We offer educational resources, classroom presentations, and outreach events focused on watershed dynamics, water quality, and conservation practices for Northwest Arkansas residents.
What sustainability initiatives are in place?
Our solar energy project will generate 15-20% of our electricity needs, while infrastructure improvements and source protection programs reduce environmental impact and operational costs.
How is water quality monitored?
We conduct continuous water quality testing, publish annual reports, and maintain real-time data monitoring systems to ensure compliance with all state and federal safety standards.
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