D32/100
BAYOU PIERRE WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,371 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
LA1081008
Violations
20
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
5
Violations (last 5yr)
5
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
TIER 2Unresolved
Treatment technique violation
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: March 7, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: December 7, 2023Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: November 30, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 BAYOU PIERRE WATER SYSTEM
Is BAYOU PIERRE WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
BAYOU PIERRE WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of D (32/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 20 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BAYOU PIERRE WATER SYSTEM detected?
1 contaminants were tested in BAYOU PIERRE WATER SYSTEM's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does BAYOU PIERRE WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, BAYOU PIERRE WATER SYSTEM has 20 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, Other. 12 are health-based violations.
How many people does BAYOU PIERRE WATER SYSTEM serve?
BAYOU PIERRE WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 1,371 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does BAYOU PIERRE WATER SYSTEM provide?
BAYOU PIERRE WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is LA1081008.
How does BAYOU PIERRE WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
BAYOU PIERRE WATER SYSTEM scores 32/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Louisiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.