Water Quality in Lake Charles, LA (70669)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 70669.
Active Health Violations
22 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 84% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
9,552
Population
24
Water Systems
30
Violations (5yr)
22
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (24)
City Of Lake Charles Water System
Sulphur City Of Water System
Calcasieu Parish Ww District No 1
Calcasieu Parish Ww District No 4
2 health-basedWestlake City Of Water System
4 health-basedPhillips 66 Lake Charles Refinery
10 health-basedConoco L.C.Ref. Docks
Louisiana Pigment Co.,Lp
Funtown Trailer Park
Harrys Restaurant Water
Country Estates Water System
Biolab, Inc
1 health-basedDunham Price Group Water System
Condea Vista Company
Sheraton Chateau Charles
Entergy Louisiana, Llc
5 health-basedCertainteed Water System
A C Industrial Park
Jupiter Chemical Co, Inc Water System
Dresser Minerals
Lacc Water System
All resolvedJans Motel Water System
Vicki'S Motel
Big Oak Trailer Park
Contaminants Found
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
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: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2022
How Does This Compare?
Lake Charles (70669) has more violations than 84% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 30.
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.