A83/100
JEFF DAVIS WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION 1 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,780 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
LA1053014
Violations
10
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – May 24, 2022Enforcement: 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 JEFF DAVIS WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION 1
Is JEFF DAVIS WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION 1 water safe to drink?
JEFF DAVIS WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION 1 water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has JEFF DAVIS WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION 1 detected?
31 contaminants were tested in JEFF DAVIS WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION 1's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does JEFF DAVIS WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION 1 have any EPA violations?
Yes, JEFF DAVIS WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION 1 has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include RPT, Other, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does JEFF DAVIS WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION 1 serve?
JEFF DAVIS WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION 1 serves approximately 9,780 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does JEFF DAVIS WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION 1 provide?
JEFF DAVIS WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION 1 sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is LA1053014.
How does JEFF DAVIS WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION 1 compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
JEFF DAVIS WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION 1 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.