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Shreveport, LA: 46 Health Violations - Home Safety 87/100

35 ZIP codes · 14 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Shreveport: A.

No federal data flags a major home-safety concern for this ZIP.

Compared to statewide averages in LA, Shreveport scores well - health violations are below the norm and systems generally operate within federal standards.

How Shreveport Compares

Shreveport87/100
Louisiana avg92/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

35
ZIP Codes
14
Water Systems
12
ZIPs with Violations
A · 87
Avg Safety Score
Zone 3
Radon Risk (Low)
$169K
Median Home Value
$1,580
Est. Remediation (0.9% of home value)

Water Quality Map: Shreveport, LA

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Score Distribution

Distribution of Home Safety grades across Shreveport.

A
9
B
3
C
0
D
0
F
0

Shreveport Water: The Quick Version

  • Your city's water systems recorded 74 violations in the past 5 years.
  • Average lead level: 0.0033 mg/L.
  • Estimated remediation: $1,580 per household.
  • CDC health risk index: 15.33 - above typical levels.

Water Systems Serving Shreveport

With 3 utilities splitting service in Shreveport, LA, water accountability is distributed across 14 systems on the federal record.

Overview

We track home safety data for 35 ZIP codes in Shreveport, Louisiana, covering 14 community water systems serving approximately 209,795 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 12 of 35 ZIP codes.

12 of 12 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 46 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Shreveport: A (87/100)

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

Shreveport water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0033 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 12 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

  • Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
  • Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
  • Zone 3 (Low): 35 ZIP codes

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 117 12
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 114 12
E. coli Microbiological 65 12
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Technique 20 2
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Technique 16 7

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
71107 B 51 35 City of Shreveport Water System
71129 B 40 29 City of Shreveport Water System
71119 B 29 28 City of Shreveport Water System
71118 A 27 24 City of Shreveport Water System
71106 A 24 21 City of Shreveport Water System
71108 A 24 21 City of Shreveport Water System
71104 A 23 21 City of Shreveport Water System
71105 A 23 21 City of Shreveport Water System
71101 A 22 21 City of Shreveport Water System
71103 A 22 21 City of Shreveport Water System

All ZIP Codes in Shreveport

Data Sources

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

CDC Health Data for Shreveport

10.5%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
15.7%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
19%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 10.5% ↑
Diabetes 15.7% ↑
Mental Health 19% ↑

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

Key Contaminants Detected in Shreveport

Fecal Coliform 117 violations
Microbiological
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 114 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure
E. coli 65 violations
Microbiological
Gastrointestinal illness, potentially fatal

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

Shreveport: Remediation Cost in Perspective

The household financial picture for Shreveport homeowners is proportionally favorable - addressing documented issues claims a small slice of equity, and the cost-to-value ratio puts this area well within the manageable tier.

Median Home Value
$168,600
Est. Remediation
$1,580
Remediation as % of home value 0.9%

Remediation costs in Shreveport are relatively low compared to home values. The $946–$2,966 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 1% below the Louisiana average.

Protecting Children from Lead in Shreveport

0.0033
mg/L Avg Lead (Limit: 0.015)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

Lead risk in Shreveport appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.

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

Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for Shreveport

2,249
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$19,951
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
89%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Shreveport contains 2,249 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $19,951. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 89% 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 <strong>$1,580</strong> 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 Shreveport, LA

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Shreveport, LA?
Shreveport has an average Home Safety Score of 87/100 (Grade A) under model 4.0.0. The score combines EPA SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AQI, and is published only when all required domains are observed. 74 EPA violations have been recorded. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many water violations does Shreveport have?
Shreveport water systems have a total of 74 EPA violations, including 46 health-based violations. Violations are tracked across 35 ZIP codes.
Does Shreveport water have lead?
The average 90th-percentile lead level in Shreveport is 0.0033 mg/L. This is below the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does Shreveport compare to Louisiana average?
Shreveport has an average Home Safety Score of 87/100, which is below the Louisiana state average of 92/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Shreveport?
Shreveport is served by 14 public water systems across 35 ZIP codes, serving approximately 209,795 people.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Shreveport?
Estimated remediation costs in Shreveport average $1,580 per household, ranging from $946 to $2,966. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.
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