B78/100
PIONEER DARNELL WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,190 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
LA1123007
Violations
7
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
3
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 15, 2024 – September 27, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: February 8, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: December 27, 2023Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 PIONEER DARNELL WATER SYSTEM
Is PIONEER DARNELL WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
PIONEER DARNELL WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of B (78/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PIONEER DARNELL WATER SYSTEM detected?
1 contaminants were tested in PIONEER DARNELL WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PIONEER DARNELL WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, PIONEER DARNELL WATER SYSTEM has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, Other, TT. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does PIONEER DARNELL WATER SYSTEM serve?
PIONEER DARNELL WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 2,190 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does PIONEER DARNELL WATER SYSTEM provide?
PIONEER DARNELL WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is LA1123007.
How does PIONEER DARNELL WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
PIONEER DARNELL WATER SYSTEM scores 78/100 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.