Water Quality in ALEXANDRIA, LA (71303)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 71303.

246

Total Violations

220

Health-Based

26

Monitoring / Reporting

236

Resolved

What does this mean?

236 of 246 violations have been resolved. 220 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 26 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.

Water systems: 1 Population served: 774

Violations Detail (246 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Health-BasedN/A0.119Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Health-BasedN/A0.119Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Health-BasedN/A0.119Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.17Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.17Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.17Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJun 11, 2025ResolvedN/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Health-BasedN/A0.078Mar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.133Mar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.133Mar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(17)

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 11Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

2024(50)

TTHM

02

Dec 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Dec 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Dec 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Dec 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Dec 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Dec 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 30Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Nov 8Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Nov 8Active

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Sep 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 10Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 5Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 5Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 2Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 2Resolved

How Does This Compare?

ALEXANDRIA (71303) has 246 recorded violations, including 220 health-based. 10 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

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.

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