F0/100
GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY WS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,000 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
LA1061005
Violations
40
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.40 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
3
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: February 11, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: January 1, 2025Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: December 2, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – June 22, 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 GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY WS
Is GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY WS water safe to drink?
GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY WS water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 40 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY WS detected?
32 contaminants were tested in GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY WS's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY WS have any EPA violations?
Yes, GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY WS has 40 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, TT, MR. 15 are health-based violations.
How many people does GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY WS serve?
GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY WS serves approximately 6,000 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY WS provide?
GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY WS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is LA1061005.
How does GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY WS compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY WS scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Louisiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.