Water Quality in WASHINGTON, LA (70589)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 70589.
22
Total Violations
14
Health-Based
8
Monitoring / Reporting
22
Resolved
What does this mean?
22 of 22 violations have been resolved. 14 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 8 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 (22 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Mar 14, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Mar 14, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Mar 14, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Mar 14, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Feb 23, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2022(19)
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
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
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
2021(3)
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
How Does This Compare?
WASHINGTON (70589) has 22 recorded violations, including 14 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.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.