B70/100
PONTCHATOULA WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,657 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
LA1105019
Violations
10
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – July 25, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2024 – February 5, 2024Rule: Ground Water 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 PONTCHATOULA WATER SYSTEM
Is PONTCHATOULA WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
PONTCHATOULA WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of B (70/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PONTCHATOULA WATER SYSTEM detected?
31 contaminants were tested in PONTCHATOULA WATER SYSTEM's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does PONTCHATOULA WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, PONTCHATOULA WATER SYSTEM has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does PONTCHATOULA WATER SYSTEM serve?
PONTCHATOULA WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 6,657 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does PONTCHATOULA WATER SYSTEM provide?
PONTCHATOULA WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is LA1105019.
How does PONTCHATOULA WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
PONTCHATOULA WATER SYSTEM scores 70/100 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.