Water Quality in Ville Platte, LA (70586)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 70586.
Active Health Violations
29 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 89% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
19,320
Population
18
Water Systems
43
Violations (5yr)
29
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (18)
City Of Opelousas Water System
6 health-basedCity Of Ville Platte Water System
1 health-basedEast Side Water System
1 health-basedPoint Blue/Chataiginer Water System
5 health-basedReddell Vidrine Water District
3 health-basedTe Mamou Water District
3 health-basedChicot State Park
Evangeline Parish Industrial Park W S
5 health-basedChataignier Water System
5 health-basedVille Platte Golf & C Club
Crooked Creek Recreation Area
Hickory Hills Subd Water Suppl
Cabot Corp Ville Platte
Louisiana State Arboretum
Union Tank Car Company
Burton Foret
Valley Canning Co
Continental Oil Co
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 2025
How Does This Compare?
Ville Platte (70586) has more violations than 89% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 43.
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
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.