Water Quality in PRAIRIEVILLE, LA (70769)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 70769.
44
Total Violations
10
Health-Based
34
Monitoring / Reporting
32
Resolved
What does this mean?
32 of 44 violations have been resolved. 10 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 34 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 (44 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 17, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 17, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 9, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 9, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 11, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 11, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 6, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 6, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 6, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 6, 2023 | Active | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(2)
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
2023(21)
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Public Notice
75
How Does This Compare?
PRAIRIEVILLE (70769) has 44 recorded violations, including 10 health-based. 12 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
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.