Water Quality in MCALESTER, OK (74501)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 74501.

364

Total Violations

282

Health-Based

82

Monitoring / Reporting

348

Resolved

What does this mean?

348 of 364 violations have been resolved. 282 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 82 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: 13 Population served: 26,460

Violations Detail (364 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)MonitoringN/AN/ASep 28, 2025ActiveN/A
TTHMMonitoringN/AN/ASep 28, 2025ActiveN/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)MonitoringN/AN/ASep 28, 2025ActiveN/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)MonitoringN/AN/ASep 28, 2025ActiveN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.081Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Health-BasedN/A0.061Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.089Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.097Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Health-BasedN/A0.062Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
TTHMMonitoringN/AN/AJun 29, 2025ActiveN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(23)

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

35

Sep 28Active

TTHM

35

Sep 28Active

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

35

Sep 28Active

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

35

Sep 28Active

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

35

Jun 29Active

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

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

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Feb 28Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Feb 28Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Jan 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Jan 31Resolved

2024(87)

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Dec 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Dec 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

56

Dec 31Active

Lead and Copper Rule

56

Dec 31Active

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 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

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

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

Atrazine

03

Sep 30Resolved

Atrazine

03

Sep 30Resolved

Glyphosate

03

Sep 30Resolved

Glyphosate

03

Sep 30Resolved

Glyphosate

03

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

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

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

35

Sep 28Resolved

TTHM

35

Sep 28Resolved

TTHM

35

Sep 28Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

35

Sep 28Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Jun 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Jun 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Jun 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

56

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

56

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

56

Jun 30Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

MCALESTER (74501) has 364 recorded violations, including 282 health-based. 16 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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