Water Quality in OKEMAH, OK (74859)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 74859.

114

Total Violations

66

Health-Based

48

Monitoring / Reporting

114

Resolved

What does this mean?

114 of 114 violations have been resolved. 66 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 48 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: 5 Population served: 7,261

Violations Detail (114 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.082Dec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.082Dec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.082Dec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.082Dec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.082Dec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.082Dec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.082Dec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.082Dec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.082Sep 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.082Sep 30, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2024(32)

TTHM

02

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

TTHM

02

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

35

Sep 28Resolved

TTHM

35

Sep 28Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

2023(13)

TTHM

35

Dec 29Resolved

TTHM

35

Dec 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

OKEMAH (74859) has 114 recorded violations, including 66 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. 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.

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

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