Bistineau Water System
EPA ID: LA1119001 · 882 people served · 3 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Bistineau Water System (LA1119001): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. EPA monitoring data for Bistineau Water System shows an unblemished five-year compliance history - no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 882 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Bistineau Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Bistineau Water System serves a community with a median household income of $49,615 and an estimated 20,714 residents across its service area. Approximately 63% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 82% 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?
Bistineau Water System's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Louisiana
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
Bistineau Water System (EPA ID: LA1119001) is a community water system in Louisiana that serves approximately 882 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.005 mg/L | No | N/A |
The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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 Bistineau Water System (LA1119001) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bistineau Water System water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Bistineau Water System in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does Bistineau Water System serve?
Bistineau Water System serves approximately 882 people across 3 ZIP codes in Louisiana.
Where does Bistineau Water System get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Bistineau Water System Water Quality Report, LA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/la1119001/
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