B67/100
CITY OF ALEXANDRIA WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 66,798 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
LA1079001
Violations
14
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 2018.
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 ALEXANDRIA WATER SYSTEM
Is CITY OF ALEXANDRIA WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
CITY OF ALEXANDRIA WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of B (67/100), which is considered good. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CITY OF ALEXANDRIA WATER SYSTEM detected?
66 contaminants were tested in CITY OF ALEXANDRIA 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 ALEXANDRIA WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF ALEXANDRIA WATER SYSTEM has 14 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MCL, Other, MR. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF ALEXANDRIA WATER SYSTEM serve?
CITY OF ALEXANDRIA WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 66,798 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does CITY OF ALEXANDRIA WATER SYSTEM provide?
CITY OF ALEXANDRIA WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is LA1079001.
How does CITY OF ALEXANDRIA WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
CITY OF ALEXANDRIA WATER SYSTEM scores 67/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Louisiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.