A80/100
CITY OF BOSSIER CITY WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 78,960 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
LA1015004
Violations
5
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 2015.
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 BOSSIER CITY WATER SYSTEM
Is CITY OF BOSSIER CITY WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
CITY OF BOSSIER CITY WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (80/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 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 BOSSIER CITY WATER SYSTEM detected?
69 contaminants were tested in CITY OF BOSSIER CITY 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 BOSSIER CITY WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF BOSSIER CITY WATER SYSTEM has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include MCL, MR, Other. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF BOSSIER CITY WATER SYSTEM serve?
CITY OF BOSSIER CITY WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 78,960 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does CITY OF BOSSIER CITY WATER SYSTEM provide?
CITY OF BOSSIER CITY WATER SYSTEM sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is LA1015004.
How does CITY OF BOSSIER CITY WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
CITY OF BOSSIER CITY WATER SYSTEM scores 80/100 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.