Taylor, LA Water Safety: 50/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-07-16
ZipCheckup grade for Taylor: D.
Several federal signals point to home-safety risks in this ZIP.
Across Taylor, EPA compliance records fall well below LA averages - documented health-based violations affect multiple service areas, and the city's sustained low grade reflects a persistent pattern across reporting cycles.
How Taylor Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-16
Taylor's Water Providers
For most households in Taylor, LA, tap water comes from one provider - the utility that controls the local distribution system out of 1 tracked in federal record.
- D
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Taylor, Louisiana, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 1,860 people.
No EPA violations are recorded for the tracked water systems in Taylor as of the latest reporting period.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Taylor: 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
Taylor water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Taylor
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 71080 | D | ALBERTA WATER SYSTEM | 1,860 |
All ZIP Codes in Taylor
- 71080 [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.
Taylor 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 Taylor
- 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 Taylor, LA