B79/100
SOUTH VERNON PARISH WATERWORKS DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,083 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
LA1115118
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: February 5, 2025Rule: 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 SOUTH VERNON PARISH WATERWORKS DISTRICT
Is SOUTH VERNON PARISH WATERWORKS DISTRICT water safe to drink?
SOUTH VERNON PARISH WATERWORKS DISTRICT water receives a grade of B (79/100), which is considered good. 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 SOUTH VERNON PARISH WATERWORKS DISTRICT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in SOUTH VERNON PARISH WATERWORKS DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SOUTH VERNON PARISH WATERWORKS DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, SOUTH VERNON PARISH WATERWORKS DISTRICT has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include TT, MCL, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does SOUTH VERNON PARISH WATERWORKS DISTRICT serve?
SOUTH VERNON PARISH WATERWORKS DISTRICT serves approximately 4,083 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does SOUTH VERNON PARISH WATERWORKS DISTRICT provide?
SOUTH VERNON PARISH WATERWORKS DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is LA1115118.
How does SOUTH VERNON PARISH WATERWORKS DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
SOUTH VERNON PARISH WATERWORKS DISTRICT scores 79/100 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.