The Louisiana Department of Health has released its 2025 letter grades for community water systems across the state, including several systems in Red River Parish. The annual report card gives residents a clearer look at the quality and performance of the systems that provide their drinking water and is mandated by the Community Drinking Water Accountability Rule (Act 98 of the 2021 Regular Legislative Session).
The water grading system, authorized in 2021, is part of the Safe Drinking Water Program’s broader effort to strengthen accountability among water providers while empowering consumers with clear information about their drinking water. The grades are calculated using a standardized 100-point scale based on seven critical categories:
- Federal Water Quality Compliance
- State Water Quality Compliance
- Financial Sustainability
- Operation and Maintenance
- Infrastructure Sustainability
- Customer Satisfaction
- Secondary Contaminants (iron and manganese)
Red River Parish Water System Scores:
| Water System | Score | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Bayou Pierre Water System | 47 | F |
| Coushatta Water System | 81 | B |
| East Cross Water System | 74 | C |
| Edgefield Water System | 89 | B |
| Fairview Union Water System | 70 | C |
| Halfway-Carroll Water System | 99 | A |
| Hall Summit Water System | 100 | A |
| Hickory Grove Water System | 55 | F |
| Martin Water System | 96 | A |
| Social Springs Water System (North) | 72 | C |
| Social Springs Water System (South) | 87 | B |
For more information, visit the Bureau of Engineering Services’ Community Drinking Water Accountability webpage.
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