Flora, LA Water Safety: 50/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Flora: D.
Several federal signals point to home-safety risks in this ZIP.
Although conditions vary by service area, Flora's water systems collectively show below-average compliance within LA - health-based violations are documented throughout the city, and the overall grade reflects a pattern rather than isolated incidents.
How Flora Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
Flora's Water Providers
Federal drinking water records identify 1 system operating in Flora, LA. One of those systems serves the overwhelming majority of residential addresses, concentrating infrastructure management, rate authority, and EPA compliance reporting within a single organization.
- D
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Flora, Louisiana, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 8,415 people.
No EPA violations are recorded for the tracked water systems in Flora as of the latest reporting period.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Flora: D (50/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Flora water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Flora
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 71428 | D | NATCHITOCHES PARISH WWKS DISTRICT 2 | 8,415 |
All ZIP Codes in Flora
- 71428 [D]
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
Updated daily.
Flora Community Health Snapshot
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
What You Can Do in Flora
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
- Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Flora, LA