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Water quality data for 5 cities serving 299,129 residents
East Baton Rouge County in Louisiana has an average water quality score of 75/100 (Grade B) based on analysis of 5 municipal water systems. The county's water systems serve approximately 299,129 residents.
Water quality in East Baton Rouge County is fair, with some cities showing room for improvement. 1 cities have scores below 70, indicating elevated contaminant levels that residents should be aware of. Central has the best water quality at 86/100.
5 cities ranked by water quality score
| Rank | City | Score | Grade | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Central Top concern: Fluoride (23.7% of limit) | 86 | A- | 29,511 |
| 2 | Baker Top concern: Haloacetic Acids (19.7% of limit) | 83 | B+ | 11,744 |
| 3 | Zachary Top concern: Haloacetic Acids (33.5% of limit) | 78 | B | 16,128 |
| 4 | Shenandoah Top concern: Total Trihalomethanes (44.6% of limit) | 74 | B- | 16,946 |
| 5 | Baton Rouge Top concern: Total Trihalomethanes (54.5% of limit) | 56 | C- | 224,800 |
Top detected contaminants across county water systems
| Contaminant | Avg Level | Max Level | EPA Limit | % of Limit | Cities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes | 28.786 ug/L | 43.618 ug/L | 80 ug/L | 36% | 3 |
| Haloacetic Acids | 13.884 ug/L | 31.374 ug/L | 60 ug/L | 23.1% | 5 |
| Fluoride | 0.892 mg/L | 1.077 mg/L | 4 mg/L | 22.3% | 4 |
| Chromium | 0.021 mg/L | 0.041 mg/L | 0.1 mg/L | 20.6% | 4 |
| Nitrate | 1.969 mg/L | 3.814 mg/L | 10 mg/L | 19.7% | 4 |
| Copper | 0.211 mg/L | 0.421 mg/L | 1.3 mg/L | 16.2% | 5 |
| Nitrite | 0.162 mg/L | 0.296 mg/L | 1 mg/L | 16.2% | 5 |
| Mercury | 0 mg/L | 0.001 mg/L | 0.002 mg/L | 15% | 5 |
Recent violations across county water systems
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Water quality in East Baton Rouge County, Louisiana reflects the region's unique combination of water sources, treatment infrastructure, and environmental factors. Our comprehensive analysis examines 5 municipal water systems serving a combined population of over 299,129 residents.
The county shows moderate water quality performance, with scores ranging from 56/100 in Baton Rouge to 86/100 in Central. This 30-point spread indicates significant variation in water quality across the county, suggesting different water sources or treatment approaches.
The most prevalent contaminants detected across East Baton Rouge County water systems include Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids, Fluoride. All monitored contaminants remain within acceptable levels relative to EPA Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs).
Water quality in East Baton Rouge County is fair but shows room for improvement. Residents in cities scoring below 70 should consider water filtration, particularly for drinking and cooking. Check your specific city's report above for personalized recommendations.
East Baton Rouge County has an average water quality score of 75/100 (Grade B) based on analysis of 5 municipal water systems serving 299,129 residents.
Central has the highest water quality score in East Baton Rouge County at 86/100. View the detailed report for Central.
Given the water quality variation across East Baton Rouge County, we recommend reviewing your specific city's water quality report. 1 cities have scores below 70, where filtration is particularly recommended.
Click on any city in the rankings table above to view its detailed water quality report, including contaminant levels, EPA compliance history, and filter recommendations.