Water Quality in VILLE PLATTE, LA (70586)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 70586.
118
Total Violations
87
Health-Based
31
Monitoring / Reporting
101
Resolved
What does this mean?
101 of 118 violations have been resolved. 87 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 31 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 (118 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TTHM | Health-Based | N/A | 0.086 | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 25, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 10, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 10, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 10, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 10, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 10, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 10, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 10, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 10, 2024 | Active | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(1)
TTHM
02
2024(33)
Public Notice
75
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
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
How Does This Compare?
VILLE PLATTE (70586) has 118 recorded violations, including 87 health-based. 17 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.
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.