Water Quality in NOWATA, OK (74048)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 74048.

462

Total Violations

267

Health-Based

195

Monitoring / Reporting

370

Resolved

What does this mean?

370 of 462 violations have been resolved. 267 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 195 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: 8 Population served: 8,351

Violations Detail (462 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AMay 10, 2025ActiveN/A
TTHMMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(21)

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Public Notice

75

May 10Active

TTHM

35

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

35

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

35

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

35

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

35

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

35

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

35

Mar 31Active

TTHM

35

Mar 31Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 12Active

2024(57)

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Dec 31Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Dec 31Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Dec 31Active

TTHM

02

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Dec 31Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Dec 31Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Dec 31Active

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

35

Dec 29Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

35

Dec 29Resolved

TTHM

35

Dec 29Resolved

TTHM

35

Dec 29Resolved

TTHM

35

Dec 29Active

TTHM

35

Dec 29Active

Public Notice

75

Oct 21Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

Public Notice

75

Oct 9Active

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

35

Jun 29Active

Public Notice

75

Jun 4Active

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

35

Mar 30Resolved

TTHM

35

Mar 30Resolved

TTHM

35

Mar 30Active

TTHM

35

Mar 30Active

Public Notice

75

Mar 19Active

Public Notice

75

Mar 19Active

How Does This Compare?

NOWATA (74048) has 462 recorded violations, including 267 health-based. 92 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

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified

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

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