Water Quality in HOMER, LA (71040)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 71040.
60
Total Violations
40
Health-Based
20
Monitoring / Reporting
24
Resolved
What does this mean?
24 of 60 violations have been resolved. 40 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 20 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 (60 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 1, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 19, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 19, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 12, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 17, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 17, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 17, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 17, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 17, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 17, 2024 | Active | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(1)
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4H
2024(31)
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
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
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
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
How Does This Compare?
HOMER (71040) has 60 recorded violations, including 40 health-based. 36 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.