Water Quality in PORT BARRE, LA (70577)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 70577.
20
Total Violations
18
Health-Based
2
Monitoring / Reporting
4
Resolved
What does this mean?
4 of 20 violations have been resolved. 18 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 2 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (20 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jun 28, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jun 28, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 12, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| TTHM | Health-Based | N/A | 0.09 | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Health-Based | N/A | 0.09 | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Health-Based | N/A | 0.09 | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Health-Based | N/A | 0.09 | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2023 | Active | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(2)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
2023(15)
Public Notice
75
TTHM
02
TTHM
02
TTHM
02
TTHM
02
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
How Does This Compare?
PORT BARRE (70577) has 20 recorded violations, including 18 health-based. 16 remain unresolved. 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
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.