Water Quality in Opelousas, LA (70584)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 70584.
Active Health Violations
7 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 70% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
7,481
Population
11
Water Systems
12
Violations (5yr)
7
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (11)
City Of Opelousas Water System
6 health-basedSt Landry Water Works District 2 Rural
Town Of Sunset Water System
All resolvedVillage Of Cankton Water System
All resolvedGreenbriar Prairie Basse Water System
1 health-basedSt Landry Wwd 2 Rural Purchase
Cankton Drive Inn
Villa Club
Community Christian Church Of Christ
Triple T Trailer Park Wa
Bike Barn Saloon Water System
Contaminants Found
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Opelousas (70584) has more violations than 70% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 12.
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
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.