La Place, LA: High Radon Risk — 49/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
In recent EPA cycles, La Place shows a persistent below-average water quality pattern within LA — documented violations span multiple service areas and have appeared consistently across reporting periods.
How La Place Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
La Place Water: The Quick Version
- Estimated remediation: $2,100 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 15.28 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving La Place
With 2 utilities splitting service in La Place, LA, water accountability is distributed across 2 systems on the federal record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in La Place, Louisiana (population ~33,041), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 55,739 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in La Place — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for La Place: D (49/100)
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
La Place water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for La Place
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70068 | F | ST CHARLES PARISH DEPT OF WATERWORKS | 52,879 |
| 70069 | C | GRAMERCY WATERWORKS | 2,860 |
All ZIP Codes in La Place
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.
CDC Health Data for La Place
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
La Place: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Middle of the range — La Place homeowners face a remediation share that calls for real financial attention without reaching crisis territory.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in La Place. The estimated $1,450–$3,300 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 12% above the Louisiana average.
Climate-Related Water Risk for La Place
La Place carries a substantial flood exposure profile — 8383 claims filed over the program's long tracking window and 100% of ZIP codes within FEMA flood zones. For water quality, that exposure level means flooding has likely stressed local treatment and distribution infrastructure on multiple occasions, creating periodic windows of elevated contamination risk.
La Place has a significant flood history with 8,383 FEMA flood insurance claims on record, averaging $39,898 per claim. With 100% of ZIP codes in FEMA-designated flood zones, flood risk is a major concern for homeowners and water quality.
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. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$2,100</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
What You Can Do in La Place
- 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 La Place, LA