Historical Compliance Records LA 13 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Intracoastal Water System West

EPA ID: LA1047002 ยท 6,489 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Intracoastal Water System West (LA1047002): 13 past health-based violations, since resolved. Over the tracked period, Intracoastal Water System West logged 15 EPA violations - each has been remedied, and the system now supplies 6,489 people in good standing.

Data: EPA SDWIS

A ยท 91
Avg Safety Score
6,489
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
15
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00041 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
4
Contaminants Flagged
$139K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Intracoastal Water System West Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$52,998
Median Household Income
22,100
Service Area Population
92%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
73th
Energy Burden Percentile
53%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Intracoastal Water System West serves a community with a median household income of $52,998 and an estimated 22,100 residents across its service area. Approximately 53% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 92% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Intracoastal Water System West's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
33th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Intracoastal Water System West compares to EPA limits

Contaminant 1009 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.004 mg/L
Intestinal damage, bone damage
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 5 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Contaminant 1009 at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.004 mg/L. Intestinal damage, bone damage. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Fecal Coliform at 6 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 5 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Contaminant 1009 was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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Plaisance Water System
6,465 people
1 violation
2 violations
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A 0 violations
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,350
Water Filtration $450
PFAS Treatment $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,950

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $6,970

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$11,150
10 years
$22,300
20 years
$44,600

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,950 (one-time) vs. $22,300 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Intracoastal Water System West (EPA ID: LA1047002) is a community water system in Louisiana that serves approximately 6,489 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: A (91/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 4 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 15 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 14 resolved, 1 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
December 1, 2023 Fecal Coliform Health-based Archived
July 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
February 1, 2023 Fecal Coliform Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Fecal Coliform Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Fecal Coliform Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
December 1, 2022 Contaminant 1009 Non-health-based Resolved
December 1, 2022 Fecal Coliform Health-based Resolved
December 1, 2022 Fecal Coliform Health-based Resolved
November 1, 2022 Contaminant 1009 Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2021 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 6 Yes
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 5 Yes
Contaminant 1009 Other Violation 2 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 2 Yes

Health Risk Details

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) (EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L)

Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns At-risk groups: pregnant women, long-term consumers of chlorinated water, people who frequently shower in chlorinated water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, point-of-entry aeration. Find the right filter โ†’

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)

Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ†’

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00041 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by LA or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Intracoastal Water System West (LA1047002) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Intracoastal Water System West water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Intracoastal Water System West; its 15 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Intracoastal Water System West serve?

Intracoastal Water System West serves approximately 6,489 people across 4 ZIP codes in Louisiana.

Where does Intracoastal Water System West get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
116
Detections
1
Latest sample
2/7/2024
Highest analyte
PFBA: 5.7 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 5.7 ppt โ€” โ€”

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Intracoastal Water System West safe to drink?
Intracoastal Water System West earns a A safety grade with 15 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Intracoastal Water System West's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 1009, Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Fecal Coliform. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Intracoastal Water System West serve?
Intracoastal Water System West serves approximately 6,489 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Intracoastal Water System West's water source?
Intracoastal Water System West draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Intracoastal Water System West's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00041 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Intracoastal Water System West's service area?
The Intracoastal Water System West service area has a median household income of $52,998. EPA EJScreen data classifies 92% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Intracoastal Water System West get its water?
Intracoastal Water System West's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

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Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

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