Water Quality in Hammond, LA (70435)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 70435.
Active Health Violations
4 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 60% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
22,475
Population
15
Water Systems
7
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (15)
Tangipahoa Parish Water District
1 health-basedSlidell Water Supply
1 health-basedCity Of Hammond Water System
St Tam Parish- Bedico -Faubourg-Coquille
Lee Road Water Corporation
Ramsey Grill And Cafe
2 health-basedLand-O-Pines Campground
Holiday Inn-Cov- John Yemelos
Terra Mariae
Top Velocity
K C Abbey Youth Camp W S
Camp Covington Girl Sct
Mandabita Plaza
Alexander Milne Home For Women
Backroads Mercantile
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Hammond (70435) has more violations than 60% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 7.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.