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Benton, Louisiana Water Quality Report

Water quality data for 7 water systems serving 32,617 people.

45
Poor
out of 100

Water Source

7
Water Systems
33K
People Served
Ground water, Surface water
Water Source

Detected Contaminants

ContaminantDetected LevelEPA Limit (MCL)Health Guideline% of LimitStatus
lithium41.2 No federal limit10.0 ug/L(EPA/USGS HBSL)
412%
Above guideline
PFBA0.007 No federal limit1000.0 ug/L(EWG)
0%
Below guideline
PFBS0.004 No federal limit2000.0 ug/L(EPA Health Advisory)
0%
Below guideline

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your water supply, these filtration systems are recommended:

Reverse Osmosis (RO)

Reverse osmosis systems remove up to 99% of PFAS compounds. Recommended for homes with detected PFAS.

Up to 99% PFAS removal

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Compliance & Violations

Active Violations (34)

45

May 18, 2023

critical

45

May 18, 2023

critical

45

May 18, 2023

critical

45

May 18, 2023

critical

45

May 18, 2023

critical

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May 18, 2023

critical

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May 18, 2023

critical

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May 18, 2023

critical

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May 18, 2023

critical

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May 18, 2023

critical

45

May 18, 2023

critical

45

May 18, 2023

critical

45

May 18, 2023

critical

45

May 18, 2023

critical

45

May 18, 2023

critical

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Resolved Violations (347)

71

Jul 1, 2024

minor

71

Jul 1, 2024

minor

71

Jul 1, 2024

minor

52

Jul 1, 2024

moderate

52

Jul 1, 2024

moderate

+ 342 more resolved violations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Benton tap water safe to drink?

Benton's water meets all EPA maximum contaminant levels. However, 3 contaminants were detected at various levels. Some residents may prefer additional filtration for peace of mind.

What contaminants are in Benton tap water?

3 contaminants have been detected in Benton's water supply across 7 water systems. See the full contaminant table above for details.

How can I improve my water quality in Benton?

Install a water filter rated for the specific contaminants found in Benton's water. See our filter recommendations above. You can also request your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current test results.

Does Benton have any water quality violations?

Yes, Benton currently has 34 active violations. See the violations section above for details.