B71/100
TOWN OF BENTON WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,037 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
LA1015002
Violations
13
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – May 23, 2025Enforcement: 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 BENTON WATER SYSTEM
Is TOWN OF BENTON WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
TOWN OF BENTON WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of B (71/100), which is considered good. Out of 51 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has TOWN OF BENTON WATER SYSTEM detected?
51 contaminants were tested in TOWN OF BENTON WATER SYSTEM's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does TOWN OF BENTON WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, TOWN OF BENTON WATER SYSTEM has 13 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does TOWN OF BENTON WATER SYSTEM serve?
TOWN OF BENTON WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 8,037 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does TOWN OF BENTON WATER SYSTEM provide?
TOWN OF BENTON WATER SYSTEM sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is LA1015002.
How does TOWN OF BENTON WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
TOWN OF BENTON WATER SYSTEM scores 71/100 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.