There are no known data centers being considered in the Fort Smith metro, but there are five large announced data center projects in the state. WATER SYSTEM WORKRecommendations from city staff for a second round in 2026 of water system projects is estimated to total $7.1 million. “Grant Applications have been submitted for consideration for the Lake Fort Smith Water Transmission Line Phase 5 (DCIP-$12,884,475.20) and awarded for the Lake Fort Smith Transmission Line Phase 2A1 ($12,000,000.00) as noted on the plan. The city of Fort Smith faces significant financial challenges with its water system. The complex and expensive system needs include upgrades at the Lake Fort Smith water treatment plant in Mountainburg, Lee Creek water treatment plant upgrades, completion of a new water transmission line from Lake Fort Smith to the eastern side of Fort Smith, aging distribution lines in the city, and modern water meters for all customer categories.