C44/100
CITY OF BREAUX BRIDGE WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,754 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
LA1099003
Violations
17
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
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: July 8, 2021 – July 22, 2021Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: July 8, 2021Rule: Consumer Confidence 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 CITY OF BREAUX BRIDGE WATER SYSTEM
Is CITY OF BREAUX BRIDGE WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
CITY OF BREAUX BRIDGE WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (44/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 17 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF BREAUX BRIDGE WATER SYSTEM detected?
31 contaminants were tested in CITY OF BREAUX BRIDGE 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 BREAUX BRIDGE WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF BREAUX BRIDGE WATER SYSTEM has 17 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include TT, MR, Other. 9 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF BREAUX BRIDGE WATER SYSTEM serve?
CITY OF BREAUX BRIDGE WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 8,754 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does CITY OF BREAUX BRIDGE WATER SYSTEM provide?
CITY OF BREAUX BRIDGE WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is LA1099003.
How does CITY OF BREAUX BRIDGE WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
CITY OF BREAUX BRIDGE WATER SYSTEM scores 44/100 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.