Water Quality in Tahlequah, OK (74464)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 74464.
Active Health Violations
9 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 96% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
31,116
Population
64
Water Systems
89
Violations (5yr)
9
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (64)
Tahlequah Pwa
3 health-basedCherokee Co. Rwd #3 (Grandview)
Stickross Mountain Water Co
Cherokee Co Rwd #11
Park Hill Rwd #5 Na
Burnt Cabin Ridge Water
Cherokee Co. Rwd #8 (Briggs)
1 health-basedCamp Lutherhoma
Grandview Rwd #3
Snake Creek Wilderness Util
Eagle Bluff Resort (Thunderbird Resort)
2 health-basedCamp Egan
Corral Kreek Subdiv
Sparrow Hawk Camp
Riverside Resort
Fox Mhp
Sparrowhawk Camp
Briggs Pwa
Hang The Rock Llc
All resolvedSpringplace Country Store
Fairfield Rwd
Lowrey School
War Eagle Floats
All resolvedFalcon Floats
Carroll Mhp
Arrowhead Camp
All resolvedDiamond Head Floats
Riverville Lodge
Cherokee Co Rwd #14
Eastwood Mhp
Roxies
Snake Creek Wilderness
All American Floats
Eagle Bluff Camp
1 health-basedIllinois River Store, Llc
Kathy'S Kountry Kitchen
Riverbend Floats
2 health-basedSnake Creek Wilderness Util
Snake Creek Wilderness Uti Mkt
Peytons Place
Camp Lutherhoma
Green Country Store
Scraper Store
Bullets Country Store
Green Acres Boarding Home
Trails End Drive-In
Briggs School
Spillway Concessions
Speedie Freeze
Cherokee Co Rwd #10
Forest Grocery
Camp Egan
Green Acres Boarding Home
Holloway Mhp
Camp Lookaway
Cozy Inn
Tahlequah Athletic Club
River Bend Estates
Pauline Williams Camp
Float Inn
Sawdust Club
Canyon Road Bait
Willow Branch Catfish Farm
62 Floats
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Tahlequah (74464) has more violations than 96% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 89.
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
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.