F0/100
TOWN OF PLAIN DEALING WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,346 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
LA1015016
Violations
67
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.40 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
8
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
4
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: November 10, 2023 – February 7, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: July 6, 2022 – October 30, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: January 26, 2022 – August 1, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2022 – March 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
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 PLAIN DEALING WATER SYSTEM
Is TOWN OF PLAIN DEALING WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
TOWN OF PLAIN DEALING WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 67 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has TOWN OF PLAIN DEALING WATER SYSTEM detected?
2 contaminants were tested in TOWN OF PLAIN DEALING WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TOWN OF PLAIN DEALING WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, TOWN OF PLAIN DEALING WATER SYSTEM has 67 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 38 are health-based violations.
How many people does TOWN OF PLAIN DEALING WATER SYSTEM serve?
TOWN OF PLAIN DEALING WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 2,346 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does TOWN OF PLAIN DEALING WATER SYSTEM provide?
TOWN OF PLAIN DEALING WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is LA1015016.
How does TOWN OF PLAIN DEALING WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
TOWN OF PLAIN DEALING WATER SYSTEM 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.