West Carroll County, Louisiana
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 90/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-04
Water systems in West Carroll County serve 5 ZIP codes with few reported safety events.
How West Carroll County Compares
How West Carroll County Compares
West Carroll County scores 19 points above the Louisiana state average (71/100) and 22 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: West Carroll County, Louisiana
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.6 (asthma 10.4%, diabetes 16.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,236, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.394% avg pipe failure probability, 60% of ZIPs at high risk
61.6% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across West Carroll County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 5 violations. Past 5 years: 12 total (12 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: $1,236
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
4,759 housing units in West Carroll 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 West Carroll County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in West Carroll 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 West Carroll 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 West Carroll County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Village of Forest Water System | 1,560 | 6 |
| 2 | Epps Water System | 594 | 5 |
| 3 | New Carroll Water System | 3,507 | 5 |
| 4 | Oak Grove Water System | 2,955 | 5 |
| 5 | Pioneer Darnell Water System | 2,190 | 3 |
7 total water systems serve West Carroll County.
All ZIP Codes in West Carroll County
5 ZIP codes tracked in West Carroll County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 71253 | Kilbourne | 98 | A | 3 (1 health) | — |
| 2 | 71242 | Forest | 94 | A | 1 (1 health) | — |
| 3 | 71266 | Pioneer | 91 | A | 3 (1 health) | $117K |
| 4 | 71263 | Oak Grove | 88 | A | 2 (2 health) | $94K |
| 5 | 71237 | Epps | 81 | B | 5 (3 health) | $101K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for West Carroll County
Independent picks. EPA-grounded. Matched here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 61.6% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for West Carroll County, Louisiana
Overview
West Carroll County in Louisiana covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (90/100).
5 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 8 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.