B76/100
ST MARY PAR JT WATER SEWER COMMISSION 5 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,240 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
LA1101012
Violations
13
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024 – February 5, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – February 5, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – July 9, 2023Enforcement: 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 ST MARY PAR JT WATER SEWER COMMISSION 5
Is ST MARY PAR JT WATER SEWER COMMISSION 5 water safe to drink?
ST MARY PAR JT WATER SEWER COMMISSION 5 water receives a grade of B (76/100), 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 ST MARY PAR JT WATER SEWER COMMISSION 5 detected?
1 contaminants were tested in ST MARY PAR JT WATER SEWER COMMISSION 5's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ST MARY PAR JT WATER SEWER COMMISSION 5 have any EPA violations?
Yes, ST MARY PAR JT WATER SEWER COMMISSION 5 has 13 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, Other. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does ST MARY PAR JT WATER SEWER COMMISSION 5 serve?
ST MARY PAR JT WATER SEWER COMMISSION 5 serves approximately 1,240 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does ST MARY PAR JT WATER SEWER COMMISSION 5 provide?
ST MARY PAR JT WATER SEWER COMMISSION 5 sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is LA1101012.
How does ST MARY PAR JT WATER SEWER COMMISSION 5 compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
ST MARY PAR JT WATER SEWER COMMISSION 5 scores 76/100 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.