D37/100
HOUSTON RIVER WATERWORKS DISTRICT 11 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,915 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
LA1019119
Violations
12
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: October 5, 2023 – February 7, 2024Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: 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 HOUSTON RIVER WATERWORKS DISTRICT 11
Is HOUSTON RIVER WATERWORKS DISTRICT 11 water safe to drink?
HOUSTON RIVER WATERWORKS DISTRICT 11 water receives a grade of D (37/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 12 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HOUSTON RIVER WATERWORKS DISTRICT 11 detected?
51 contaminants were tested in HOUSTON RIVER WATERWORKS DISTRICT 11's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HOUSTON RIVER WATERWORKS DISTRICT 11 have any EPA violations?
Yes, HOUSTON RIVER WATERWORKS DISTRICT 11 has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include TT, MCL. 12 are health-based violations.
How many people does HOUSTON RIVER WATERWORKS DISTRICT 11 serve?
HOUSTON RIVER WATERWORKS DISTRICT 11 serves approximately 6,915 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does HOUSTON RIVER WATERWORKS DISTRICT 11 provide?
HOUSTON RIVER WATERWORKS DISTRICT 11 sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is LA1019119.
How does HOUSTON RIVER WATERWORKS DISTRICT 11 compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
HOUSTON RIVER WATERWORKS DISTRICT 11 scores 37/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Louisiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.