D38/100
TOWN OF SUNSET WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,356 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
LA1097015
Violations
26
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.50 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – December 20, 2023Enforcement: 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 SUNSET WATER SYSTEM
Is TOWN OF SUNSET WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
TOWN OF SUNSET WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of D (38/100), which is considered poor. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 26 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has TOWN OF SUNSET WATER SYSTEM detected?
32 contaminants were tested in TOWN OF SUNSET 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 SUNSET WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, TOWN OF SUNSET WATER SYSTEM has 26 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does TOWN OF SUNSET WATER SYSTEM serve?
TOWN OF SUNSET WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 4,356 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does TOWN OF SUNSET WATER SYSTEM provide?
TOWN OF SUNSET WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is LA1097015.
How does TOWN OF SUNSET WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
TOWN OF SUNSET WATER SYSTEM scores 38/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Louisiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.