A83/100
FORT POLK NORTH HOUSING WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,155 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
LA1115087
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.56 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
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 2007.
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 FORT POLK NORTH HOUSING WATER SYSTEM
Is FORT POLK NORTH HOUSING WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
FORT POLK NORTH HOUSING WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 2 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has FORT POLK NORTH HOUSING WATER SYSTEM detected?
2 contaminants were tested in FORT POLK NORTH HOUSING WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FORT POLK NORTH HOUSING WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, FORT POLK NORTH HOUSING WATER SYSTEM has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2007. Violation types include MCL, Other. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does FORT POLK NORTH HOUSING WATER SYSTEM serve?
FORT POLK NORTH HOUSING WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 2,155 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does FORT POLK NORTH HOUSING WATER SYSTEM provide?
FORT POLK NORTH HOUSING WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is LA1115087.
How does FORT POLK NORTH HOUSING WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
FORT POLK NORTH HOUSING WATER SYSTEM scores 83/100 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.