Water Quality in Lake Charles, LA (70607)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 70607.
Active Health Violations
12 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 81% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
27,080
Population
17
Water Systems
23
Violations (5yr)
12
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
City Of Lake Charles Water System
Sulphur City Of Water System
Calcasieu Parish Ww District No 1
Gulf Stream Manor Water System
11 health-basedQuail Ridge Estates Water System
All resolvedGarden Heights Water System
Oak Meadows Subdivision Water System
Tommasi Mobile Village Water System
East Park Subdivision Water System
Enos Derbonne Park Water System
Gulf Trailer Park Water System
Faith Christian Academy Water System
Miles Mobile Home Park
St Francis Subdivision Water System
One Stop Water System
Gaspards Fast Stop Water System
Pelico Mart Water System
1 health-basedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Lake Charles (70607) has more violations than 81% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 23.
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
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.