C54/100
CITY OF ABBEVILLE WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 14,445 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
LA1113001
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – June 20, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 CITY OF ABBEVILLE WATER SYSTEM
Is CITY OF ABBEVILLE WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
CITY OF ABBEVILLE WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (54/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 15 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF ABBEVILLE WATER SYSTEM detected?
66 contaminants were tested in CITY OF ABBEVILLE WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF ABBEVILLE WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF ABBEVILLE WATER SYSTEM has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF ABBEVILLE WATER SYSTEM serve?
CITY OF ABBEVILLE WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 14,445 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does CITY OF ABBEVILLE WATER SYSTEM provide?
CITY OF ABBEVILLE WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is LA1113001.
How does CITY OF ABBEVILLE WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
CITY OF ABBEVILLE WATER SYSTEM scores 54/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Louisiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.