Water Quality in CHECOTAH, OK (74426)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 74426.

374

Total Violations

297

Health-Based

77

Monitoring / Reporting

369

Resolved

What does this mean?

369 of 374 violations have been resolved. 297 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 77 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: 24 Population served: 15,689

Violations Detail (374 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.082Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.098Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.082Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(18)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

May 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

May 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

May 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

May 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

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Feb 28Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Feb 28Resolved

2024(53)

CARBON, TOTAL

46

Dec 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

46

Dec 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

46

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Dec 31Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

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

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

46

Sep 30Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

46

Sep 30Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

46

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

Chlorite

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorite

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorite

27

Jun 30Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

46

Jun 30Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

46

Jun 30Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

46

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

46

Mar 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

46

Mar 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

46

Mar 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

46

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

How Does This Compare?

CHECOTAH (74426) has 374 recorded violations, including 297 health-based. 5 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

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

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

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