B62/100
GREATER WARD 1 WATERWORKS DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,333 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
LA1061007
Violations
11
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 2019.
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 GREATER WARD 1 WATERWORKS DISTRICT
Is GREATER WARD 1 WATERWORKS DISTRICT water safe to drink?
GREATER WARD 1 WATERWORKS DISTRICT water receives a grade of B (62/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has GREATER WARD 1 WATERWORKS DISTRICT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in GREATER WARD 1 WATERWORKS DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GREATER WARD 1 WATERWORKS DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, GREATER WARD 1 WATERWORKS DISTRICT has 11 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include Other, TT, MR. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does GREATER WARD 1 WATERWORKS DISTRICT serve?
GREATER WARD 1 WATERWORKS DISTRICT serves approximately 3,333 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does GREATER WARD 1 WATERWORKS DISTRICT provide?
GREATER WARD 1 WATERWORKS DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is LA1061007.
How does GREATER WARD 1 WATERWORKS DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
GREATER WARD 1 WATERWORKS DISTRICT scores 62/100 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.