Water Quality in ALEX, OK (73002)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 73002.

119

Total Violations

2

Health-Based

117

Monitoring / Reporting

116

Resolved

What does this mean?

116 of 119 violations have been resolved. 2 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 117 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.

Water systems: 4 Population served: 716

Violations Detail (119 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSMonitoringN/AN/AOct 16, 2024ResolvedN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSMonitoringN/AN/AOct 16, 2024ResolvedN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSHealth-BasedN/AN/AOct 16, 2024ResolvedN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSHealth-BasedN/AN/AOct 16, 2024ResolvedN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2024ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2024ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2024ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2024ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2024(12)

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

Chlorine

27

Aug 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Aug 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Aug 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

2023(7)

E. COLI

34

Sep 13Active

E. COLI

34

Sep 13Active

E. COLI

34

Sep 13Active

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

How Does This Compare?

ALEX (73002) has 119 recorded violations, including 2 health-based. 3 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.

Reverse Osmosis System

Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.

Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

UV Water Purifier

Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.

Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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