Water Quality in Lake Charles, LA
155 water systems serving 139,846 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Lake Charles water systems is 2.2 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 3564 |
| Health-based violations | 793 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Lake Charles
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lake Charles tap water safe to drink?
Lake Charles tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Lake Charles, Louisiana?
Lake Charles has 155 public water systems serving approximately 139,846 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 2.2 ppb. There are 3564 total violations on record.
Does Lake Charles have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 2.2 ppb across Lake Charles's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Lake Charles?
155 public water systems are registered in Lake Charles, Louisiana with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 139,846 people.