News and notices

News July 17, 2015

What to do when you encounter downed electric lines

- If you see a downed power line, stay away. - It is always best to assume all downed lines are energized. Downed power lines can hurt or kill you...

News July 16, 2015

Tips for Indoor Water Conservation

In the Bathroom... - Turn off the running water while you brush your teeth. - Turn off the water while shaving. - Fill the sink with a little water...

News July 15, 2015

Benton Wastewater Facts

- The treatment plant is permitted through the Arkansas Dept. of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) and is issued a United States Environmental Protection...

Projects July 14, 2015

Benton Utilities Major Projects

Ongoing Major Projects - Alcoa Rd Utility Relocation project for the Widening of Alcoa Rd. - Increasing Line from 2" to 6" on Lillian, and On...

Projects July 10, 2015

Completion of Two Important Wastewater Projects

Benton Utilities is excited to announce the completion of two sewer improvement projects. One involves the replacement of more than 2030 feet of old...

News July 9, 2015

Benton Utilities Comptroller

The position of Comptroller for Benton Utilities was recently filled by Cindy Hawkins. Mrs. Hawkins has been an employee of the Utility department...

News June 30, 2015

Update your Account Information

To make sure that Benton Utilities can serve you to the best of our capability we frequently need to be able to contact our Customers in regards to...

Projects June 25, 2015

Water Main Repairs-Jefferson St & Crestwood

Benton Utilities Water Distribution Dept. personnel are currently working to repair a water main on Jefferson St in front of the Sr. Adult Center...

News June 25, 2015

Updates on Water Issues 6:30 PM, 6/25/15

Water service is now fully restored to the area of Jefferson St. However, a crew will continue to work in the area cleaning up for a little while...

News June 22, 2015

Improved Water Treatment Practices

Our Treatment Plant has abandoned any algaecide containing copper. We are now using a dry granular product called GreenClean Pro. This product kills...

Notice June 18, 2015

Outage - Area of King Rd/Rio Grande

Benton Utilities Electric Crew is on scene where the tree has fallen on our electric primary line. Customers in the areas of the Troutt Addition...

Projects June 18, 2015

Elevated Water Storage Maintenance

Over the last two years, we have had our water towers cleaned by a company called Liquid Engineering. This company has the ability to vacuum any...