CITY REPORT LA HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 25

West Monroe, LA: 25 Health Violations - Home Safety 87/100

3 ZIP codes · 8 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for West Monroe: A.

The model grade is high, but the records on this page include findings worth reviewing.

Your top priority: match a filter's certification to the violations (25 health-based violations). NSF certified filters →

Within West Monroe, LA, the available records add up to an upper-tier grade; that grade describes records, not the water at a given faucet.

How West Monroe Compares

West Monroe87/100
Louisiana avg92/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

3
ZIP Codes
8
Water Systems
2
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
A · 87
Avg Safety Score
Zone 3
County Radon Potential (Low)
$220K
Median Home Value
$600
Est. Remediation (0.3% of home value)

What You Should Know About West Monroe Water

  • Your city's water systems recorded 27 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0049 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 48% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 15.56.

Who Supplies Your Water in West Monroe

The 3 largest of 8 systems connected with West Monroe, LA are listed below.

Overview

We track home safety data for 3 ZIP codes in West Monroe, Louisiana, covering 8 community water systems serving approximately 57,211 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 2 of 3 ZIP codes.

2 of 2 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 25 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for West Monroe: 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

West Monroe water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0049 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 2 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

3 of 3 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 25 2
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 18 2
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions Treatment Technique 2 1
Public Notice Rule Reporting 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
71292 B 25 24 Brownville Water System
71291 A 10 9 West Monroe Water System

All ZIP Codes in West Monroe

Data Sources

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

Health Outcomes in West Monroe

10.9%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
15.4%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
19.8%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

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

Asthma 10.9% ↑
Diabetes 15.4% ↑
Mental Health 19.8% ↑

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

Top Contaminants in West Monroe Water

Groundwater Rule 25 violations
Treatment Technique
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 18 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.08 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions 2 violations
Treatment Technique

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

Housing & Infrastructure in West Monroe

1983
Median Build Year
48%
Built Before 1986
24%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 48% 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

West Monroe's housing spans eras before and after 1986; its median build year is 1983.

1983
Median Year Built
48%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
24%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (24%) 1970–1986 (24%) Post-1986 (52%)

Most homes in West Monroe 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.

Cost Context: What Remediation Means for West Monroe Homeowners

Compared with typical property prices, the remediation estimate for West Monroe is small in percentage terms - at or under one percent.

Median Home Value
$219,700
Est. Remediation
$600
Remediation as % of home value 0.3%

Estimated remediation costs in West Monroe can be compared with local home values. The $300–$1,500 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 29% above the Louisiana average.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in West Monroe

48%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0049
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

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.

Historical NFIP Claim Context in West Monroe

1,310
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$28,501
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for West Monroe contains 1,310 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $28,501. 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 $600 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 West Monroe, LA

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for West Monroe, LA?
West Monroe has an average Home Safety Score of 87/100 (Grade A) under ZipCheckup model 4.0.0, an area-level model that draws on EPA water compliance records, PFAS screening, EPA radon zones, and annual EPA air quality data; see the methodology page for how inputs and coverage are handled. 27 violations appear in EPA records for water systems mapped to these ZIP codes. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many violations are on record for water systems serving West Monroe?
EPA records list 27 EPA violations, including 25 health-based violations for West Monroe water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 3 mapped ZIP codes.
Does West Monroe water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of West Monroe is 0.0049 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does West Monroe compare to Louisiana average?
West Monroe 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 West Monroe?
Our records map 8 water systems to 3 ZIP codes in West Monroe. The related population figure in our data is approximately 57,211 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in West Monroe?
Estimated remediation cost per household in West Monroe: $600; modeled range $300 to $1,500. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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