Pointe Coupee County, Louisiana
18 ZIP codes · Avg score 66/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-04
Although much of Pointe Coupee County meets baseline standards, some of its 18 ZIP codes show violations that merit closer attention.
How Pointe Coupee County Compares
How Pointe Coupee County Compares
Pointe Coupee County scores 5 points below the Louisiana state average (71/100) and 2 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Pointe Coupee County, Louisiana
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.2 (asthma 10.5%, diabetes 16.8%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $5,019, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.313% avg pipe failure probability, 6% of ZIPs at high risk
54.4% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Pointe Coupee County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 22 violations. Past 5 years: 43 total (43 health-based). Health-based violations are rising versus the prior 2-year window — worth closer monitoring.
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
County Health Indicators vs National Average
Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Infrastructure Overview
Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.
Compound Risk Breakdown
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $5,019
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
17,708 housing units in Pointe Coupee County
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).
Water Safety Affordability
How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Pointe Coupee County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Pointe Coupee County, representing a small fraction of property value.
Remediation includes water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood protection where applicable. Source: Census ACS, EPA SDWIS.
Health Outcomes vs National Average
CDC PLACES data for Pointe Coupee County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Pointe Coupee County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morganza Water System | 1,005 | 9 |
| 2 | Pointe Coupee Water Works District 1 | 10,629 | 6 |
| 3 | New Roads Water System | 9,024 | 6 |
| 4 | Pointe Coupee Wwks District 2 - Hwy 10 | 2,401 | 6 |
| 5 | Torbert- Frisco Water Works | 1,320 | 6 |
17 total water systems serve Pointe Coupee County.
All ZIP Codes in Pointe Coupee County
18 ZIP codes tracked in Pointe Coupee County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 70752 | Lakeland | 95 | A | 0 | $198K |
| 2 | 70755 | Livonia | 90 | A | 0 | $197K |
| 3 | 70757 | Maringouin | 89 | A | 2 (1 health) | $133K |
| 4 | 70747 | Innis | 85 | A | 0 | — |
| 5 | 71362 | Plaucheville | 82 | B | 1 | $112K |
| 6 | 70732 | Fordoche | 77 | B | 3 (2 health) | $194K |
| 7 | 70759 | Morganza | 77 | B | 0 | $123K |
| 8 | 70760 | New Roads | 75 | B | 6 (2 health) | $137K |
| 9 | 70736 | Glynn | 60 | C | 0 | $97K |
| 10 | 70756 | Lottie | 60 | C | 0 | $113K |
| 11 | 70773 | Rougon | 60 | C | 0 | — |
| 12 | 70729 | Erwinville | 52 | D | 0 | $402K |
| 13 | 70762 | Oscar | 52 | D | 0 | $285K |
| 14 | 70749 | Jarreau | 47 | D | 0 | $247K |
| 15 | 70753 | Lettsworth | 47 | D | 0 | $68K |
| 16 | 70783 | Ventress | 47 | D | 0 | $313K |
| 17 | 70715 | Batchelor | 42 | D | 0 | $117K |
| 18 | 70775 | Saint Francisville | 42 | D | 0 | $269K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Pointe Coupee County
Methodologically, the recommendation order reflects severity in the federal record: contaminants flagged in EPA detection records for this county outrank generic water concerns, FEMA-confirmed hazard ratings shift emergency-related categories upward, and CDC lead-exposure markers govern when lead-test kits and certified filters appear at the top of the list.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 54.4% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Pointe Coupee County, Louisiana
Overview
Pointe Coupee County in Louisiana covers 18 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (66/100).
4 of 18 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 5 health-based violations have been documented.
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Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.