CITY REPORT LA HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 6

Bell City, LA: 6 Health Violations - Home Safety 96/100

1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Bell City: A.

The model grade is high, but the records on this page include findings worth reviewing.

Your top priority: match a filter's certification to the violations (6 health-based violations). NSF certified filters →

Bell City, LA: a top-two-band grade.

How Bell City Compares

Bell City96/100
Louisiana avg92/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
3
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
A · 96
Avg Safety Score
Zone 3
County Radon Potential (Low)
$189K
Median Home Value
$600
Est. Remediation (0.3% of home value)

Key Facts for Bell City Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 8 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.003 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 18% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 14.91.

Bell City's Water Providers

The 3 largest of 3 systems connected with Bell City, LA are listed below.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Bell City, Louisiana (population ~2,027), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 14,907 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 6 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Bell City: A (96/100)

Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:

Factor What It Measures
Water Quality EPA violations and compliance history
PFAS MCL Screen UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs
Radon Risk EPA radon zone classification
Annual AQI EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days

Water Sources

Bell City water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0030 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 3.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 12 1
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions Treatment Technique 2 1
Consumer Confidence Rule Reporting 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
70630 A 8 6 Cameron Parish Ww District 11 - Big Lake

All ZIP Codes in Bell City

  • 70630 [A] - 8 violations ⚠

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Bell City Community Health Snapshot

10.2%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
14.2%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
19%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 10.2% ↑
Diabetes 14.2% ↑
Mental Health 19% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

What's in Bell City's Water?

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 12 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.08 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions 2 violations
Treatment Technique
Consumer Confidence Rule 2 violations
Reporting

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

Bell City Infrastructure Age

2003
Median Build Year
18%
Built Before 1986
0%
Built Before 1970
PEX or Copper
Likely Pipe Material

Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

Utilities keep service line inventories, which can show whether an address in Bell City has a lead line regardless of the 2003 median build year.

2003
Median Year Built
18%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
0%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (0%) 1970–1986 (18%) Post-1986 (82%)

Most homes in Bell City were built after 1986; lead exposure at a tap still depends on its service line and plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

How Remediation Costs Compare in Bell City

Because the median home value in Bell City is large relative to the estimated cost of remediation, the ratio between them stays at or below 1%; that is a statement about two area-level numbers, not a quote for a particular house or a judgment about what an owner can pay.

Median Home Value
$188,800
Est. Remediation
$600
Remediation as % of home value 0.3%

Estimated remediation costs in Bell City can be compared with local home values. The $300–$1,500 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 11% above the Louisiana average.

Bell City: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

18%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.003
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

Pre-1986 construction accounts for about 18% of Bell City homes; older plumbing in any of them can still add lead at the tap.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Bell City: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

42
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$48,197
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
0%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Bell City contains 42 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $48,197. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 0% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.

How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. The $600 remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.

Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.

Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Bell City, LA

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Bell City, LA?
Bell City has an average Home Safety Score of 96/100 (Grade A) under ZipCheckup model 4.0.0, an area-level model that draws on EPA water compliance records, PFAS screening, EPA radon zones, and annual EPA air quality data; see the methodology page for how inputs and coverage are handled. 8 violations appear in EPA records for water systems mapped to these ZIP codes. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many violations are on record for water systems serving Bell City?
EPA records list 8 EPA violations, including 6 health-based violations for Bell City water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Bell City water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Bell City is 0.003 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does Bell City compare to Louisiana average?
Bell City has an average Home Safety Score of 96/100, which is at or above the Louisiana state average of 92/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Bell City?
Our records map 3 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Bell City. The related population figure in our data is approximately 2,027 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Bell City?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Bell City: $600; modeled range $300 to $1,500. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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