A82/100
NORTH DESOTO WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,608 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
LA1031011
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
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – June 1, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – August 21, 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 NORTH DESOTO WATER SYSTEM
Is NORTH DESOTO WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
NORTH DESOTO WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (82/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 51 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has NORTH DESOTO WATER SYSTEM detected?
51 contaminants were tested in NORTH DESOTO WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NORTH DESOTO WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, NORTH DESOTO WATER SYSTEM has 11 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does NORTH DESOTO WATER SYSTEM serve?
NORTH DESOTO WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 7,608 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does NORTH DESOTO WATER SYSTEM provide?
NORTH DESOTO WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is LA1031011.
How does NORTH DESOTO WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
NORTH DESOTO WATER SYSTEM scores 82/100 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.