B62/100
TANGIPAHOA (SECOND WARD) WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,112 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
LA1105077
Violations
10
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.60 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
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: July 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: 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 TANGIPAHOA (SECOND WARD) WATER DISTRICT
Is TANGIPAHOA (SECOND WARD) WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
TANGIPAHOA (SECOND WARD) WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of B (62/100), which is considered good. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has TANGIPAHOA (SECOND WARD) WATER DISTRICT detected?
32 contaminants were tested in TANGIPAHOA (SECOND WARD) WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TANGIPAHOA (SECOND WARD) WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, TANGIPAHOA (SECOND WARD) WATER DISTRICT has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does TANGIPAHOA (SECOND WARD) WATER DISTRICT serve?
TANGIPAHOA (SECOND WARD) WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 4,112 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does TANGIPAHOA (SECOND WARD) WATER DISTRICT provide?
TANGIPAHOA (SECOND WARD) WATER DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is LA1105077.
How does TANGIPAHOA (SECOND WARD) WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
TANGIPAHOA (SECOND WARD) WATER DISTRICT scores 62/100 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.