Arkansas Public Water Systems Phase 2 PFAS Settlement

ARKANSAS
PUBLIC WATER SYSTEMS PHASE 2 PFAS SETTLEMENT

Arkansas’ water systems are at a critical decision point.

HOW MUCH COULD YOUR PWS RECEIVE?

The settlement administrator will evaluate factors such as:

PFAS concentration levels in your water sources.
Adjusted flow rates (based on your three highest years in a 10-year period).

Arkansas cities with high PFAS scores could qualify for a 4x multiplier on their PFAS settlement awards, potentially unlocking millions of dollars for their PWS.

A list of Arkansas PWS’s that qualify for the 3M and DuPont settlements is provided at the end of this page.

Estimated Flow Rates:

We estimate flow rates are approximately 1,500 GPM per 10,000 people served.

This is an estimate and there may be variation due to many factors including commercial use of the water system.

The actual flow rate is known by the water utility.

Flow Rate (gpm) / PFAS Score	100	250	500	1,000	1,500	5,000	10,000	25,000	50,000	100,000	300,000
2	$36,240	$70,013	$115,244	$189,694	$253,898	$603,369	$993,106	$1,918,881	$3,157,910	$5,196,296	$11,436,561
4	$145,785	$281,723	$463,713	$763,253	$1,021,550	$2,427,216	$3,994,261	$7,714,149	$12,687,352	$20,855,641	$45,758,953
10	$148,252	$286,489	$471,559	$776,166	$1,038,832	$2,468,269	$4,061,800	$7,844,507	$12,901,569	$21,207,290	$46,527,259
50	$164,724	$318,320	$523,950	$862,394	$1,154,236	$2,742,397	$4,512,775	$8,714,863	$14,331,681	$23,554,481	$51,652,815
100	$185,313	$358,108	$589,437	$970,176	$1,298,484	$3,085,022	$5,076,399	$9,802,456	$16,118,368	$26,485,901	$58,047,466
250	$247,082	$477,467	$785,890	$1,293,499	$1,731,188	$4,112,663	$6,766,639	$13,062,886	$21,472,088	$35,263,074	$77,149,868
500	$350,027	$676,390	$1,113,285	$1,832,294	$2,452,225	$5,824,623	$9,581,606	$18,489,120	$30,373,873	$49,834,987	$108,717,963
750	$452,968	$875,299	$1,440,643	$2,370,993	$3,173,089	$7,535,613	$12,393,952	$23,905,608	$39,249,406	$64,336,461	$139,954,105
1000	$555,906	$1,074,195	$1,767,967	$2,909,596	$3,893,781	$9,245,635	$15,203,680	$29,312,376	$48,098,804	$78,768,005	$170,863,503

The ranges provided in the 3M Estimated Allocation Range Table are based on data publicly available at the time of the Settlement, reasonable assumptions, and good faith estimates. The ranges presented in this Table are not the actual settlement awards that will be allocated to each Impacted Water Source because: certain data is not publicly available; the full extent of Impacted Water Sources is unknown; and the extent of participation in the settlement among putative members of the Settlement Class is unknown.

STAG LIUZZA: PROVEN RESULTS

Stag Liuzza has decades of experience handling environmental litigation nationwide. The judge overseeing the national AFFF PFAS litigation appointed Mike Stag to the PEC. Our PFAS lawyers have secured billions in settlements from 3M and DuPont. Whether you represent a small rural water district or a large metropolitan area, we can help you navigate PFAS lawsuits, federal court proceedings, and all aspects of filing a successful PFAS settlement claim. Stag Liuzza’s track record includes:

A major water district serving over 200,000 customers, estimated to receive $14 million+ in settlement funds
A mid-size municipality serving 15,000 customers, estimated to recover $3.3 million
A smaller town serving 5,000 customers, expected to obtain $4.7 million in funding

Arkansas municipalities have the opportunity to access vital funding through Phase 2 of the national PFAS settlement with 3M and DuPont. This funding is essential for PWS to reimburse PFAS-related costs, conduct water testing, implement remediation plans, and establish long-term protection against PFAS contamination.

Missing key deadlines will forfeit settlement funds owed to Arkansas public drinking water systems, and put significant financial strain on both systems and rate payers.

PUBLIC WATER SYSTEMS: PFAS SETTLEMENT - KEY INFORMATION

Arkansas’ public drinking water systems are at a critical juncture in the fight against PFAS contamination. These PFAS chemicals—often called “forever chemicals”—pose serious health concerns for residents, threaten local ecosystems, and can result in tens of millions of dollars in remediation costs if left unaddressed. Many products, including firefighting foam, electronics, and packaging, contain PFAS. This contributes to environmental contamination and serious health risks.

The Phase 2 PFAS Settlement available to many Arkansas cities and towns provides financial resources to help municipalities test for, mitigate, and manage PFAS exposure in their water supply in order to follow compliance with evolving federal guidelines and safeguarding public health.

The Phase 2 Public Water System Settlement provides essential funding for Arkansas public water systems to tackle PFAS contamination. This settlement supports PFAS remediation and ensures compliance with federal PFAS standards.

These resources enable municipalities to identify and remediate contamination effectively, helping protect their water systems. Acting promptly reduces the financial burden of treatment measures and ensures compliance with federal PFAS standards.

KEY DEADLINES FOR
ARKANSAS WATER SYSTEMS:

JANUARY 1, 2026

JULY 1, 2026

JULY 31, 2026

AUGUST 1, 2026

DECEMBER 31, 2030

Phase Two Testing Claims Form

Phase Two Baseline Testing

Phase Two Action Fund Claims Form

Phase Two Special Needs Claims Form

Final deadline for Phase Two Supplemental Claims.

JANUARY 1, 2026

Phase Two Testing Claims Form

JULY 1, 2026

Phase Two Baseline Testing

JULY 31, 2026

Phase Two Action Fund Claims Form

AUGUST 1, 2026

Phase Two Special Needs Claims Form

DECEMBER 31, 2030

Final deadline for Phase Two Supplemental Claims.

Time is Running Out!

Secure critical funding today. PWS cannot wait to take action later. This settlement is the only opportunity to receive funds from 3M and DuPont.

BENEFITS OF FILING FOR
THE PHASE 2 SETTLEMENT?

The Phase 2 Settlement offers vital financial and legal benefits to Arkansas’ municipalities. Below is an introduction to the core advantages:

01. REDUCED FINANCIAL
BURDEN:

Settlement awards alleviate expensive out-of-pocket expenses for municipalities, saving customers from substantial rate hikes. The settlement pays a PWS even if the PFAS detection levels are below the EPA 4 ppt standard.

02. PROTECT PUBLIC
HEALTH:

Early identification and treatment of drinking water contaminated with PFAS can limit adverse outcomes for public drinking water systems.

03. ENSURE
COMPLIANCE:

The EPA has set a national standard of 4 ppt for PFOA and PFOS. Public drinking water systems are required to test pursuant to UCMR-5. National Clean Drinking Water Act standards will apply to most PWS.

04. LONG-TERM COMMUNITY
SAFEGUARD:

Address PFAS contamination proactively and secure funds necessary to respond to unfunded national mandates.

UNDERSTANDING PFAS CONTAMINATION

PFAS, or per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances, are a group of synthetic chemicals that have been widely used in various industries and consumer products. These chemicals are known for their resistance to heat, water, and oil, making them useful in applications such as non-stick cookware, food packaging, and firefighting foam. However, PFAS have also been linked to serious health concerns, including cancer, thyroid disease, and reproductive issues.

PFAS are often referred to as “forever chemicals” because they do not break down naturally in the environment and can persist for hundreds of years. This persistence has led to widespread contamination of soil, water, and air, making PFAS a widespread environmental and public health concern.

HEALTH EFFECTS OF
PFAS EXPOSURE

Exposure to PFAS has been linked to a range of serious health effects, including:

CANCER:

PFAS have been linked to an increased risk of certain types of cancer, including testicular and kidney cancer.

THYROID CONDITIONS:

PFAS have been shown to disrupt thyroid function, leading to conditions such as hypothyroidism.

REPRODUCTIVE ISSUES:

PFAS have been linked to reproductive problems, including reduced fertility and increased risk of pregnancy complications.

IMMUNE SYSTEM SUPPRESSION:

PFAS have been shown to weaken the immune system, making people more susceptible to illness and infection.

The health effects of PFAS exposure can be severe and long-lasting, making it essential to take steps to minimize exposure and address contamination.

PFAS CONTAMINATION & REMEDIATION IN ARKANSAS

PFAS chemicals are widely used across various industries, including firefighting foam (aqueous film-forming foam), food packaging, and other everyday products. Over time, these harmful chemicals have seeped into drinking water supplies, contaminated groundwater, and even private drinking water wells throughout Arkansas.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and other government agencies have issued guidelines under legislation such as the Toxic Substances Control Act and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act to address PFAS pollution. Arkansas municipalities must take swift action to meet these federal guidelines, mitigate legal exposure, and protect public health.

Public drinking water systems in Arkansas can expect to receive millions of dollars in settlement funds needed to respond to PFAS in its water sources. The 3M and DuPont Phase 2 settlement offers financial support necessary to avoid passing the bill to taxpayers and rate payers.

ESTIMATED SETTLEMENT AWARDS:

Municipalities with any detectable PFAS and significant flow rates could qualify for awards in millions.

MULTIPLIER EFFECT:

Municipalities with any detectable PFAS and significant flow rates could qualify for awards in millions.

Without action, Arkansas PWS’s with detectable levels of PFAS may face long-term consequences, including increased public health risks, regulatory action, reduced property values, and significant financial burdens.

DON'T RISK LOSING FUNDING FOR
ARKANSAS' PUBLIC WATER SYSTEMS

Municipalities across Arkansas face potential remediation expenses in the tens of millions. Litigation to recover costs from the PFAS industry is ongoing at the federal level. The AFFF Product Liability Litigation is the national case that resulted in the $13.6 Billion settlement with 3M and Dupont.

Public water systems in Arkansas risk losing out on millions of dollars if they fail to take legal action. Specifically, water systems must meet not only the settlement deadlines, but also evaluate any unsettled damage claims. These claims include costs to public waste water and sewage treatment systems. Many defendants in the litigation have not settled with public drinking water systems in the hope that they will fail to take action. Public water systems that fail to act before the deadlines will forfeit their claim to millions of dollars in funding.

Therefore, public water systems must take immediate action to protect their financial interests.

MEET EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBER, MIKE STAG

Mike Stag, a member of the court-appointed Executive Committee for PFAS litigation, currently represents PWS in 26 states to claim their share of the $13.6 Billion settlement fund.

STEPS FOR FILING A PFAS CLAIM

For Arkansas municipalities and public water systems, filing a settlement claim and joining the ongoing litigation is a critical step in securing the financial and legal protections your community needs. Below is a brief overview for municipal water systems looking to recover costs related to PFAS:

Test Each Water Source for PFAS

Arrange for reputable laboratory testing to determine PFAS concentration levels in your public water sources. The settlement terms require testing of each PWS water source.
The settlement pays the PWS if there are any positive detections, even below the EPA’s 4 ppt standard.

Stag Liuzza may be able to help cover the costs of testing.

Retain Experienced PFAS Counsel

Partner with an environmental law firm specializing in PFAS litigation to navigate complex legal settlement terms.
Hiring an attorney can help you meet strict court deadlines, gather essential documentation, and maximize potential settlement money.

File Your PFAS Settlement Claim

Submit all required documentation, including PFAS testing results and flow rate data, to initiate your claim.
Stay compliant with court deadlines and settlement requirements to avoid disqualification and secure settlement funds.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

01. What is the Phase 2 PFAS Settlement program?

It is a nationwide agreement that provides funding and cost recovery to public water systems. Arkansas PWS’s can file settlement claims to receive financial support to pay for or reimburse costs related to testing, remediation, and regulatory compliance.

02. Which PFAS chemicals are most concerning for Arkansas water systems?

Specific PFAS chemicals of major concern include PFOA and PFOS, although new PFAS compounds continue to emerge. The national settlement with 3M and DuPont pays systems for any detections related to many different PFAS chemicals.

03. What are the health risks of PFAS exposure?

Exposure to PFAS in drinking water has been linked to kidney cancer, thyroid issues, immune system disruptions, and other significant health problems

04. How do I determine if my water system is eligible for settlement funds?

Water systems qualifying for the Phase 2 settlement are listed in an exhibit to the Master Settlement Agreement for 3M and DuPont. The amount of money each water system will receive depends on factors like PFAS concentrations and flow rates. Completing PFAS testing in each water source is crucial to recovering money.

05. How soon can we expect funding once we submit a PFAS claim?

Reimbursement for settlement testing costs is expected the first quarter of 2026. Action fund payments are expected to start the fourth quarter of 2026.

GLOSSARY OF KEY TERMS

PFAS (Per and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances)

A group of toxic chemicals, including PFOA and PFOS, used in products such as firefighting foam and non-stick cookware.

Forever Chemicals

A nickname for PFAS due to their persistence in the environment and the human body.

PFAS Exposure

Contact with PFAS compounds through inhalation, ingestion (drinking water), or skin contact.

PFAS Claim

A formal request for financial compensation through the PFAS litigation process or settlement funds.

Federal Court/District Court

Judicial systems handling PFAS lawsuits and approving final settlements.

Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)

A federal law regulating hazardous waste management, relevant to PFAS disposal.

Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)

A law giving the EPA authority to regulate new and existing chemicals, including PFAS.

Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF)

A firefighting foam often containing PFAS chemicals that can leach into groundwater.

Comprehensive Environmental Response

Refers to laws and actions (e.g., CERCLA) for cleaning up hazardous substances, including PFAS pollution.

Personal Injury Claims

Lawsuits brought by individuals who suffer health problems from PFAS exposure, potentially involving local governments and PFAS manufacturers.

FIND YOUR PWS

PWS Name	PWSID	PWS Type	Primary Source	Population Served
CENTRAL ARKANSAS WATER	AR0000465	CWS	Surfacewater	330,667
HOT SPRINGS UTILITIES	AR0000209	CWS	Surfacewater	88,909
FORT SMITH WATER UTILITIES	AR0000507	CWS	Surfacewater	86,209
JONESBORO WATER SYSTEM	AR0000124	CWS	Groundwater	79,864
TEXARKANA WATER UTILITIES	AR0000360	CWS	Surfacewater	67,267
CONWAY WATER SYSTEM	AR0000189	CWS	Surfacewater	64,960
LIBERTY UTILITIES	AR0000272	CWS	Groundwater	48,038
BENTON WATERWORKS	AR0000484	CWS	Surfacewater	30,681
CITY CORPORATION	AR0000446	CWS	Surfacewater	29,260
PARAGOULD LIGHT WATER & CABLE	AR0000222	CWS	Groundwater	27,396
SEARCY WATERWORKS	AR0000590	CWS	Surfacewater	25,918
MARION WATERWORKS	AR0000152	CWS	Groundwater	25,359
WEST MEMPHIS WATERWORKS	AR0000156	CWS	Groundwater	20,138
MOUNTAIN HOME WATERWORKS	AR0000025	CWS	Surfacewater	19,245
CONWAY CO REGIONAL WATER DIST	AR0000119	CWS	Surfacewater	18,973
EL DORADO WATERWORKS	AR0000550	CWS	Groundwater	17,932
COMMUNITY WATER SYSTEM	AR0000101	CWS	Surfacewater	17,412
SILOAM SPRINGS WATERWORKS	AR0000056	CWS	Surfacewater	17,148
TRI-COUNTY WATER DISTBR DIST	AR0000782	CWS	Surfacewater	16,671
BLYTHEVILLE WATERWORKS	AR0000365	CWS	Groundwater	16,293
FORREST CITY WATERWORKS	AR0000004	CWS	Groundwater	15,425
GRAND PRAIRIE REGIONAL WATER	AR0000738	CWS	Groundwater	14,344
HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE WATERWORKS	AR0000208	CWS	Surfacewater	14,106
HEBER SPRINGS WATER SYSTEM	AR0000104	CWS	Surfacewater	13,465
CAMDEN WATERWORKS	AR0000404	CWS	Surfacewater	13,275
KIMZEY REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT	AR0000821	CWS	Surfacewater	11,669
HOPE WATER LIGHT COMM	AR0000230	CWS	Surfacewater	11,500
ARKADELPHIA WATERWORKS	AR0000085	CWS	Surfacewater	11,495
JAMES FORK REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT	AR0000513	CWS	Surfacewater	11,380
MAGNOLIA WATERWORKS	AR0000109	CWS	Surfacewater	11,355
BATESVILLE WATER UTILITIES	AR0000250	CWS	Surfacewater	10,177
MALVERN WATERWORKS	AR0000237	CWS	Surfacewater	9,690
MONTICELLO WATER DEPARTMENT	AR0000184	CWS	Groundwater	9,467
CLARKSVILLE CONNECTED UTILITIES	AR0000289	CWS	Surfacewater	9,410
CROSS COUNTY RURAL WATER SYS	AR0000459	CWS	Groundwater	9,176
SOUTHSIDE PUB WATER AUTHORITY	AR0000254	CWS	Surfacewater	9,108
STUTTGART WATERWORKS	AR0000013	CWS	Groundwater	9,085
GREENWOOD WATERWORKS	AR0000504	CWS	Surfacewater	8,952
PRAIRIE GROVE WATERWORKS	AR0000573	CWS	Surfacewater	8,398
CROSSETT WATER COMMISSION	AR0000017	CWS	Groundwater	7,900
MENA WATER DEPARTMENT	AR0000438	CWS	Surfacewater	7,777
POCAHONTAS WATERWORKS	AR0000474	CWS	Surfacewater	7,752
WYNNE WATERWORKS	AR0000163	CWS	Groundwater	7,652
DEQUEEN WATER WORK	AR0000520	CWS	Surfacewater	7,420
YORKTOWN WATER ASSOCIATION	AR0000319	CWS	Groundwater	7,364
WESTERN GREENE COUNTY R W D	AR0000704	CWS	Groundwater	7,342
HWY 63 WATER ASSOCIATION	AR0000107	CWS	Groundwater	7,187
TRUMANN WATERWORKS	AR0000435	CWS	Groundwater	7,142
N GARLAND CO REG WATER DIST	AR0000867	CWS	Surfacewater	6,859
WATSON CHAPEL WATER ASSOC	AR0000284	CWS	Groundwater	6,807
NEWPORT WATERWORKS	AR0000264	CWS	Groundwater	6,468
MOUNTAIN VIEW WATERWORKS	AR0000542	CWS	Surfacewater	6,349
DUMAS WATERWORKS	AR0000171	CWS	Groundwater	6,338
WARREN WATERWORKS	AR0000066	CWS	Groundwater	6,228
OSCEOLA WATERWORKS	AR0000375	CWS	Groundwater	6,053
ALMA WATERWORKS	AR0000144	CWS	Surfacewater	5,978
EAST END WATER	AR0000646	CWS	Groundwater	5,954
CLINTON WATERWORKS	AR0000564	CWS	Surfacewater	5,733
WEST HELENA WATER WORKS	AR0000416	CWS	Groundwater	5,693
CLAY CO REG WATER DISTRICT	AR0000722	CWS	Groundwater	5,633
HELENA WATER SEWER	AR0000419	CWS	Groundwater	5,500
HAMBURG WATERWORKS	AR0000015	CWS	Groundwater	5,357
NASHVILLE WATERWORKS	AR0000244	CWS	Surfacewater	5,094
PARIS WATERWORKS	AR0000328	CWS	Surfacewater	4,935
SEVIER CO WATER ASSOCIATION	AR0000868	CWS	Surfacewater	4,767
SHERIDAN WATERWORKS	AR0000215	CWS	Groundwater	4,605
PRESCOTT WATERWORKS	AR0000394	CWS	Surfacewater	4,525
FORDYCE WATER CO	AR0000164	CWS	Groundwater	4,500
ATKINS WATER SYSTEM	AR0000441	CWS	Surfacewater	4,439
CENTER GROVE WATER ASSOCIATION	AR0000213	CWS	Groundwater	4,377
OZARK WATERWORKS	AR0000201	CWS	Surfacewater	4,368
LITTLE RIVER CO RDA	AR0000787	CWS	Surfacewater	4,279
ASHDOWN WATERWORKS	AR0000320	CWS	Groundwater	4,261
DARDANELLE WATERWORKS	AR0000601	CWS	Groundwater	4,228
MC GEHEE WATERWORKS	AR0000170	CWS	Groundwater	4,219
LONOKE WATERWORKS	AR0000343	CWS	Groundwater	4,167
HOLIDAY ISLAND WATERWORKS	AR0000078	CWS	Groundwater	3,936
BARTON LEXA WATER ASSOCIATION	AR0000415	CWS	Groundwater	3,900
SOUTH SHERIDAN WATER ASSOC	AR0000219	CWS	Groundwater	3,887
BOONEVILLE WATERWORKS	AR0000326	CWS	Surfacewater	3,818
BROOKLAND WATERWORKS	AR0000131	CWS	Groundwater	3,770
BRINKLEY WATERWORKS	AR0000384	CWS	Groundwater	3,700
CROWLEYS RIDGE WATER ASSOC	AR0000180	CWS	Groundwater	3,695
PIGGOTT WATERWORKS	AR0000090	CWS	Groundwater	3,635
MELBOURNE WATERWORKS	AR0000256	CWS	Groundwater	3,600
DES ARC WATERWORKS	AR0000449	CWS	Groundwater	3,478
ROCK MOORE WATER AUTHORITY	AR0000252	CWS	Groundwater	3,442
MANILA WATERWORKS	AR0000378	CWS	Groundwater	3,348

DON'T WAIT!
THE CLOCK IS TICKING.

Contact Stag Liuzza today to learn how we can help your water system pursue crucial settlement funds, protect public health, and comply with rapidly evolving federal guidelines for PFAS contamination.

Don’t wait; critical deadlines start in 2026. Reach out now for a free consultation and discover how Arkansas can benefit from the Phase 2 PFAS Settlement.

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