F0/100
TENSAS WATER DISTRICT ASSOCIATION — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,843 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Surface Water
County
—
System ID
LA1107009
Violations
44
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 370.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
8
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
7
Health-Related
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Violation related to Nitrate
When: April 1, 2025 – April 30, 2025Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Violation related to Nitrate
When: December 1, 2022 – December 24, 2022Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Violation related to Nitrate
When: December 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Failed treatment technique requirements
When: August 1, 2022 – August 31, 2022Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Missed required monitoring deadline
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2022 – July 31, 2022Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Violation related to Nitrate
When: June 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Violation related to Nitrate
When: June 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Failed treatment technique requirements
When: July 1, 2021 – July 31, 2021Rule: Surface Water Treatment 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 TENSAS WATER DISTRICT ASSOCIATION
Is TENSAS WATER DISTRICT ASSOCIATION water safe to drink?
TENSAS WATER DISTRICT ASSOCIATION water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 44 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has TENSAS WATER DISTRICT ASSOCIATION detected?
51 contaminants were tested in TENSAS WATER DISTRICT ASSOCIATION's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TENSAS WATER DISTRICT ASSOCIATION have any EPA violations?
Yes, TENSAS WATER DISTRICT ASSOCIATION has 44 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include TT, MR, MCL. 36 are health-based violations.
How many people does TENSAS WATER DISTRICT ASSOCIATION serve?
TENSAS WATER DISTRICT ASSOCIATION serves approximately 3,843 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does TENSAS WATER DISTRICT ASSOCIATION provide?
TENSAS WATER DISTRICT ASSOCIATION sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is LA1107009.
How does TENSAS WATER DISTRICT ASSOCIATION compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
TENSAS WATER DISTRICT ASSOCIATION scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Louisiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.