Water System Report LA

Berwick Bayou Vista Ww Commission

EPA ID: LA1101002 · 0 people served · 1 ZIP code

EPA data: Berwick Bayou Vista Ww Commission — zero violations, five years, 0 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

0
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$191K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2024) to 1 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Berwick Bayou Vista Ww Commission Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$56,146
Median Household Income
4,732
Service Area Population
81%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
62%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Berwick Bayou Vista Ww Commission serves a community with a median household income of $56,146 and an estimated 4,732 residents across its service area. Approximately 62% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 81% 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.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Berwick Bayou Vista Ww Commission'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in St. Mary Parish, Louisiana rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

55 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 79% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

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 →

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $2,300

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,300 (one-time) vs. $330 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

Berwick Bayou Vista Ww Commission (EPA ID: LA1101002) is a community water system in Louisiana that serves approximately 0 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 70342 in Berwick.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Berwick Bayou Vista Ww Commission (LA1101002) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berwick Bayou Vista Ww Commission water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Berwick Bayou Vista Ww Commission has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Berwick Bayou Vista Ww Commission serve?

Berwick Bayou Vista Ww Commission serves approximately 0 people across 1 ZIP code in Louisiana.

Where does Berwick Bayou Vista Ww Commission get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Berwick Bayou Vista Ww Commission meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
What is Berwick Bayou Vista Ww Commission's water source?
Berwick Bayou Vista Ww Commission draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Berwick Bayou Vista Ww Commission's service area?
The Berwick Bayou Vista Ww Commission service area has a median household income of $56,146. EPA EJScreen data classifies 81% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Berwick Bayou Vista Ww Commission get its water?
Berwick Bayou Vista Ww Commission'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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