A83/100
TOWN OF AMITE WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,300 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
LA1105001
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – June 22, 2024Enforcement: 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 TOWN OF AMITE WATER SYSTEM
Is TOWN OF AMITE WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
TOWN OF AMITE WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. 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 TOWN OF AMITE WATER SYSTEM detected?
31 contaminants were tested in TOWN OF AMITE WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TOWN OF AMITE WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, TOWN OF AMITE WATER SYSTEM has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does TOWN OF AMITE WATER SYSTEM serve?
TOWN OF AMITE WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 4,300 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does TOWN OF AMITE WATER SYSTEM provide?
TOWN OF AMITE WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is LA1105001.
How does TOWN OF AMITE WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
TOWN OF AMITE WATER SYSTEM scores 83/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Louisiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.