C59/100
TOWN OF JENA WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,614 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
LA1059003
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.40 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
4
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: January 2, 2023 – January 30, 2023Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: January 2, 2023 – June 27, 2024Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: January 2, 2023 – January 30, 2023Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: January 2, 2023 – January 30, 2023Rule: Consumer Confidence 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 TOWN OF JENA WATER SYSTEM
Is TOWN OF JENA WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
TOWN OF JENA WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (59/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 9 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has TOWN OF JENA WATER SYSTEM detected?
32 contaminants were tested in TOWN OF JENA WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TOWN OF JENA WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, TOWN OF JENA WATER SYSTEM has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include TT, Other, MCL. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does TOWN OF JENA WATER SYSTEM serve?
TOWN OF JENA WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 3,614 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does TOWN OF JENA WATER SYSTEM provide?
TOWN OF JENA WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is LA1059003.
How does TOWN OF JENA WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
TOWN OF JENA WATER SYSTEM scores 59/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Louisiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.