F0/100
VILLAGE OF PALMETTO WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,178 people · Louisiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
LA1097011
Violations
43
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
17
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
15
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024 – October 22, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – December 6, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Unresolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issuedVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: June 1, 2023Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Resolved
Monitoring violation
When: May 27, 2023 – August 8, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Monitoring violation
When: July 26, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Monitoring violation
When: July 26, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Maximum Contaminant Level Violation
When: June 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Maximum contaminant level violation
When: March 13, 2022 – May 11, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: December 14, 2021Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: November 8, 2021 – February 1, 2023Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: November 8, 2021 – February 1, 2023Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: November 8, 2021 – February 1, 2023Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: November 8, 2021 – February 1, 2023Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: November 8, 2021Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: November 8, 2021 – February 1, 2023Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: 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 VILLAGE OF PALMETTO WATER SYSTEM
Is VILLAGE OF PALMETTO WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
VILLAGE OF PALMETTO WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 43 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has VILLAGE OF PALMETTO WATER SYSTEM detected?
27 contaminants were tested in VILLAGE OF PALMETTO WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does VILLAGE OF PALMETTO WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, VILLAGE OF PALMETTO WATER SYSTEM has 43 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, MCL. 30 are health-based violations.
How many people does VILLAGE OF PALMETTO WATER SYSTEM serve?
VILLAGE OF PALMETTO WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 2,178 people, Louisiana.
What type of water does VILLAGE OF PALMETTO WATER SYSTEM provide?
VILLAGE OF PALMETTO WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is LA1097011.
How does VILLAGE OF PALMETTO WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Louisiana?
VILLAGE OF PALMETTO 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.