C59/100
FIFTH WARD WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,676 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
LA1009007
Violations
10
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
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – December 26, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – May 28, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – June 25, 2023Enforcement: 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 FIFTH WARD WATER SYSTEM
Is FIFTH WARD WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
FIFTH WARD WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (59/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 10 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has FIFTH WARD WATER SYSTEM detected?
31 contaminants were tested in FIFTH WARD WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FIFTH WARD WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, FIFTH WARD WATER SYSTEM has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include TT, Other, MR. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does FIFTH WARD WATER SYSTEM serve?
FIFTH WARD WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 5,676 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does FIFTH WARD WATER SYSTEM provide?
FIFTH WARD WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is LA1009007.
How does FIFTH WARD WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
FIFTH WARD WATER SYSTEM scores 59/100 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.