B77/100
CITY OF LAKE CHARLES WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 79,500 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
LA1019029
Violations
4
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 2010.
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 LAKE CHARLES WATER SYSTEM
Is CITY OF LAKE CHARLES WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
CITY OF LAKE CHARLES WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of B (77/100), which is considered good. Out of 73 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 LAKE CHARLES WATER SYSTEM detected?
73 contaminants were tested in CITY OF LAKE CHARLES 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 LAKE CHARLES WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF LAKE CHARLES WATER SYSTEM has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2010. Violation types include MCL. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF LAKE CHARLES WATER SYSTEM serve?
CITY OF LAKE CHARLES WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 79,500 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does CITY OF LAKE CHARLES WATER SYSTEM provide?
CITY OF LAKE CHARLES WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is LA1019029.
How does CITY OF LAKE CHARLES WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
CITY OF LAKE CHARLES WATER SYSTEM scores 77/100 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.