A93/100
BATON ROUGE WATER COMPANY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 596,844 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
LA1033005
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2012.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About BATON ROUGE WATER COMPANY
Is BATON ROUGE WATER COMPANY water safe to drink?
BATON ROUGE WATER COMPANY water receives a grade of A (93/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 73 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BATON ROUGE WATER COMPANY detected?
73 contaminants were tested in BATON ROUGE WATER COMPANY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BATON ROUGE WATER COMPANY have any EPA violations?
Yes, BATON ROUGE WATER COMPANY has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include MR.
How many people does BATON ROUGE WATER COMPANY serve?
BATON ROUGE WATER COMPANY serves approximately 596,844 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does BATON ROUGE WATER COMPANY provide?
BATON ROUGE WATER COMPANY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is LA1033005.
How does BATON ROUGE WATER COMPANY compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
BATON ROUGE WATER COMPANY scores 93/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Louisiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.