Water Quality in Alva, OK (73717)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 73717.
Active Health Violations
2 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 85% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
6,852
Population
13
Water Systems
32
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (13)
Alva
1 health-basedWoods County Rwd # 1
1 health-basedWoods County Rwd # 3
All resolvedTown East Wla
Grace'S Cafe
Alva Country Club #1
Alva Country Club #2
Alva Golf & Country Club
Cimarron Work Activities Ctr
Sod House Aline
Artesian Well
Fishermans 1-Stop
Anchor Inn Club
Contaminants Found
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Alva (73717) has more violations than 85% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 32.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
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
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.