Slidell, LA: 29 Health Violations - Home Safety 88/100
5 ZIP codes · 12 water systems · Updated
ZipCheckup grade for Slidell: A.
The model grade is high, but the records on this page include findings worth reviewing.
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Across Slidell, LA, the overall grade falls in the upper range - a summary score, not a measurement taken at any single tap.
How Slidell Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS
Key Facts for Slidell Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 79 violations since 2021.
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0023 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 42% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $767 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 13.78.
Slidell's Water Providers
Among 12 systems linked to Slidell, LA, the 3 biggest by population served appear below.
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Overview
We track home safety data for 5 ZIP codes in Slidell, Louisiana, covering 12 community water systems serving approximately 94,837 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 3 of 5 ZIP codes.
3 of 3 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 29 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Slidell: A (88/100)
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
Slidell water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0023 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 3 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
5 of 5 ZIP records with known zones are 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Groundwater Rule | Treatment Technique | 41 | 3 |
| Public Notice Rule | Reporting | 30 | 3 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 28 | 3 |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Reporting | 27 | 3 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 12 | 3 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70458 | B | 57 | 20 | Slidell Water Supply |
| 70461 | A | 21 | 10 | Utilities Inc. - Kingspoint Subdivision |
| 70460 | A | 14 | 8 | Bayou Liberty Water Association |
All ZIP Codes in Slidell
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
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
Slidell Community Health Snapshot
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
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
What's in Slidell's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Slidell Infrastructure Age
With 42% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Over the decades, Slidell accumulated housing from multiple construction periods. The median build year of 1987 can be read against 1986, when lead solder in plumbing became federally prohibited - a regulatory line, not a safety line, and individual homes on either side of it can have different plumbing.
Most homes in Slidell 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 Slidell
The remediation-to-value ratio for Slidell sits at the bottom of the scale.
Estimated remediation costs in Slidell can be compared with local home values. The $400–$1,767 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 33% above the Louisiana average.
Slidell: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
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.
If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Slidell: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context
Historical NFIP data for Slidell contains 25,889 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $70,068. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 100% 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 $767 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.
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