Water Quality in CHARENTON, LA (70523)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 70523.
15
Total Violations
15
Health-Based
0
Monitoring / Reporting
15
Resolved
What does this mean?
15 of 15 violations have been resolved. 15 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (15 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-Based | N/A | 0.071 | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-Based | N/A | 0.071 | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-Based | N/A | 0.071 | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-Based | N/A | 0.069 | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-Based | N/A | 0.069 | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-Based | N/A | 0.069 | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Health-Based | N/A | 0.081 | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Health-Based | N/A | 0.081 | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Health-Based | N/A | 0.081 | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-Based | N/A | 0.073 | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2024(12)
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
02
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
02
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
02
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
02
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
02
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
02
TTHM
02
TTHM
02
TTHM
02
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
02
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
02
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
02
2023(3)
TTHM
02
TTHM
02
TTHM
02
How Does This Compare?
CHARENTON (70523) has 15 recorded violations, including 15 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.