Water Quality in Des Allemands, LA: No Violations - Grade N/A
1 water system · 1 directly mapped ZIP records
Available EPA records report no violations across 1 directly mapped ZIP records with known counts for Des Allemands. This does not cover unavailable records or guarantee a specific tap is contaminant-free.
Data: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
Water Quality by ZIP Code in Des Allemands
This table shows typed EPA water evidence only. Missing violation counts are displayed as N/A, not zero.
| ZIP Code | Violations | Health | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70030 | 0 | 0 | View report → |
Water Quality Overview
Des Allemands, Louisiana has directly mapped EPA water-system data for 1 ZIP codes. This page reports typed compliance facts and does not relabel the multi-source Home Safety Score as a drinking-water grade.
The available EPA records report no violations across 1 directly mapped ZIP record with reported counts for Des Allemands. This does not guarantee the absence of contaminants.
Lead Levels
The average 90th percentile lead level across Des Allemands water systems is 0.0020 mg/L - within EPA limits. No exceedances appear among the 1 ZIP records with known lead status.
Water Systems Serving Des Allemands
Des Allemands is served by 1 community water system regulated under the Safe Drinking Water Act. These systems collectively serve approximately 4,028 people across 1 ZIP code.
Each water system is identified by a Public Water System ID (PWSID) and is required to:
- Test for over 90 regulated contaminants on a regular schedule
- Report results to the EPA and state regulators
- Issue an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) to all customers
- Take corrective action when violations occur
How to Check Your Water in Des Allemands
Enter your ZIP code on ZipCheckup to see your specific water system data, including contaminant levels and violation history
Request your CCR - your water utility must provide an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results for all monitored contaminants
Get a home test - certified kits cost $20–$50 and test for lead, bacteria, and common contaminants. Professional lab tests ($150–$400) cover a broader panel
Consider filtration - NSF-certified filters can remove specific contaminants. Reverse osmosis removes the broadest range; activated carbon is effective for chlorine and many organics
Check for advisories - monitor your local utility website and local news for boil water advisories or system alerts
Des Allemands vs. Nearby Louisiana Cities
How Des Allemands's water quality compares to similar cities in Louisiana:
| City | Direct EPA ZIPs | Violations | Systems | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Des Allemands | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4,028 |
| Plain Dealing | 1 | 11 | 1 | 3,993 |
| Glenmora | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3,984 |
| Dubach | 1 | 19 | 3 | 3,979 |
Common Questions About Des Allemands Water
These are the most common questions residents search for about water quality in Des Allemands, Louisiana:
Is Des Allemands water hard or soft? Water hardness varies by source. Des Allemands's 1 water system uses a single source. Check your ZIP code report for specific hardness data.
Can I drink Des Allemands tap water? City-level EPA records cannot determine safety at a specific tap. No health-based violations are recorded across 1 directly mapped ZIP records with known counts, but this is not a property-level safety guarantee.
What is the best water filter for Des Allemands? A NSF/ANSI 53-certified filter for lead removal is a good general choice. See our Water Filter Matcher for personalized recommendations.
Des Allemands vs. Louisiana Average
Understanding how Des Allemands compares to the broader Louisiana average helps contextualize your local water quality. Factors like water source, treatment methods, and infrastructure age all contribute to differences between cities in the same state.
To see how individual neighborhoods compare, check the ZIP code reports below - water quality can vary significantly even within Des Allemands.
ZIP Codes in Des Allemands
Des Allemands spans 1 ZIP code. EPA water-system coverage is available for 1 directly mapped ZIP code. Check each ZIP code for detailed contaminant data, violation history, and system information.
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
- Enforcement: EPA ECHO database
- Filter recommendations: NSF/ANSI certified products
Source reporting periods vary. See each cited source for its publication schedule.