Boswell, OK: 38 Health Violations — 66/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 5 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Boswell shows moderate tap water quality for OK — some areas carry documented EPA violations while others meet standards without issues.
How Boswell Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Boswell Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 70 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0009 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 52% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 17.41 — above typical levels.
Boswell's Water Providers
3 water utilities share the residential service territory in Boswell, OK — out of 5 total systems in federal records.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Boswell, Oklahoma (population ~2,040), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 17,932 people region-wide.
1 of 1 ZIP code (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 38 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Boswell: C (66/100)
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
Boswell water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0009 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)
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 92 | 1 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 14 | 1 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 14 | 1 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 12 | 1 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 4 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74727 | C | 70 | 38 | Boswell Public Works Authority |
All ZIP Codes in Boswell
- 74727 [C] — 70 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.
Boswell Community Health Snapshot
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
What's in Boswell's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Boswell Infrastructure Age
With 52% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
While newer cities carry lower aggregate plumbing risk from lead-era construction, Boswell sits firmly in the older category. The median build year of 1985 indicates that more than half the housing stock was built before 1986, when lead solder was still legally used in residential copper plumbing — and a substantial portion likely predates 1970, when lead pipes were still commonly installed for service lines. These two thresholds together define the elevated plumbing risk environment that older housing cities carry, independent of what the municipal water supply delivers to the meter.
Over half of homes in Boswell were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Boswell
Placing remediation in the context of Boswell's property market, the equity share is low — most homeowners here are weighing a financial commitment that fits comfortably within routine property planning, far from the threshold where remediation becomes a material equity decision rather than a standard upkeep consideration.
Remediation costs in Boswell are relatively low compared to home values. The $300–$1,500 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 33% below the Oklahoma average.
Boswell: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
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.
Reading the local data together points toward a structural gap that matters more here than in low-exposure communities. 52% of Boswell stock comes from the pre-rule era, and citywide monitoring either approaches or sits beyond the federal benchmark under Lead and Copper Rule sampling. A baseline kit fits the routine-diligence category, with certified filtration available via retailer networks where confirmed faucet results warrant additional measures.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
What You Can Do in Boswell
- 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 Boswell's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 52% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
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