B77/100
LAFOURCHE WATER DISTRICT 1 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 81,609 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
LA1057001
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 460.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2006.
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 LAFOURCHE WATER DISTRICT 1
Is LAFOURCHE WATER DISTRICT 1 water safe to drink?
LAFOURCHE WATER DISTRICT 1 water receives a grade of B (77/100), 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 LAFOURCHE WATER DISTRICT 1 detected?
69 contaminants were tested in LAFOURCHE WATER DISTRICT 1's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LAFOURCHE WATER DISTRICT 1 have any EPA violations?
Yes, LAFOURCHE WATER DISTRICT 1 has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2006. Violation types include MCL. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does LAFOURCHE WATER DISTRICT 1 serve?
LAFOURCHE WATER DISTRICT 1 serves approximately 81,609 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does LAFOURCHE WATER DISTRICT 1 provide?
LAFOURCHE WATER DISTRICT 1 sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is LA1057001.
How does LAFOURCHE WATER DISTRICT 1 compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
LAFOURCHE WATER DISTRICT 1 scores 77/100 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.