Volatile Organic Compounds in Louisiana Well Water

In Louisiana, volatile organic compounds levels average 1.372 ppb, with a maximum recorded level of 3.666 ppb. The EPA limit is 5 ppb. Currently 5.1% of tested wells exceed this limit, affecting approximately 12,750 wells.

Testing for volatile organic compounds in Louisiana typically costs around $99. If treatment is needed, water treatment systems for volatile organic compounds cost approximately $2,317.

The risk level for volatile organic compounds in Louisiana is rated as low. The state average of 1.372 ppb is 42.4% below the national average of 2.382 ppb.