Bartlesville, OK: 108 Health Violations — 62/100 (2026)
4 ZIP codes · 14 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Water monitoring across Bartlesville paints a mid-range picture within OK — solid compliance in some service zones, documented concerns in others. Most violations on record are concentrated in specific areas, and the overall grade has held in the middle tier without major shifts in recent monitoring cycles.
How Bartlesville Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Bartlesville Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 172 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0036 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,600 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.98 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Bartlesville
With 3 utilities splitting service in Bartlesville, OK, water accountability is distributed across 14 systems on the federal record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 4 ZIP codes in Bartlesville, Oklahoma (population ~41,678), covering 14 community water systems serving approximately 71,559 people region-wide.
4 of 4 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 108 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Bartlesville: C (62/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Bartlesville water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0036 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 4 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 105 | 4 |
| Chlorite | Disinfection Byproducts | 30 | 4 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 20 | 4 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 20 | 4 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 10 | 4 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74003 | C | 43 | 27 | Bartlesville |
| 74004 | C | 43 | 27 | Bartlesville |
| 74005 | C | 43 | 27 | Bartlesville |
| 74006 | C | 43 | 27 | Bartlesville |
All ZIP Codes in Bartlesville
- 74003 [C] — 43 violations ⚠
- 74004 [C] — 43 violations ⚠
- 74005 [C] — 43 violations ⚠
- 74006 [C] — 43 violations ⚠
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
CDC Health Data for Bartlesville
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Key Contaminants Detected in Bartlesville
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Bartlesville: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Equity impact data for Bartlesville lands in the favorable tier — remediation claims a small slice of what properties here are worth.
Remediation costs in Bartlesville are relatively low compared to home values. The $950–$2,975 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 28% above the Oklahoma average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Bartlesville
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Lead risk in Bartlesville appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Bartlesville
334 FEMA flood insurance claims are on file for Bartlesville, and 50% of local ZIP codes fall within federally designated flood zones — enough to put flood exposure on the planning radar, though short of the concentrated-risk threshold where treatment-system vulnerability becomes a primary consideration.
Bartlesville has a moderate flood history with 334 FEMA claims averaging $20,506 per payout. 50% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,600</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
What You Can Do in Bartlesville
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. Filters rated for Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) can reduce the most common contaminant found in Bartlesville's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Bartlesville, OK