Water Quality in POTEAU, OK (74953)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 74953.

162

Total Violations

107

Health-Based

55

Monitoring / Reporting

158

Resolved

What does this mean?

158 of 162 violations have been resolved. 107 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 55 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: 10,209

Violations Detail (162 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)MonitoringN/AN/ASep 28, 2025ActiveN/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Health-BasedN/A0.069Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Health-BasedN/A0.061Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Health-BasedN/A0.066Mar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Health-BasedN/A0.066Mar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Health-BasedN/A0.066Mar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSHealth-BasedN/AN/AOct 16, 2024ResolvedN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSHealth-BasedN/AN/AOct 16, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(8)

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

35

Sep 28Active

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

2024(13)

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

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

How Does This Compare?

POTEAU (74953) has 162 recorded violations, including 107 health-based. 4 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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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 →

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

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