Burneyville, OK Water Safety: 99/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Burneyville tap water earns a high safety grade — above-average compliance with OK and federal standards.
How Burneyville Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Burneyville Residents
- Average lead level: 0.0019 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 51% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $500 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 15.2 — above typical levels.
Burneyville's Water Providers
With 2 utilities splitting service in Burneyville, OK, water accountability is distributed across 2 systems on the federal record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Burneyville, Oklahoma (population ~1,501), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 8,748 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Burneyville — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Burneyville: A (99/100)
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
Burneyville water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0019 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)
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73430 | A | Jefferson Company Cons Rwd #1 | 8,398 |
All ZIP Codes in Burneyville
- 73430 [A]
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.
Burneyville 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
Burneyville Infrastructure Age
With 51% 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
The character of Burneyville's housing stock is one of deep historical layering — a median build year of 1984 signals a city built largely before the plumbing era changes of 1986 and 1970. Lead-soldered copper joints and, in the oldest properties, lead service lines are commonly present in this inventory. That context shapes what individual water testing may reveal, particularly in neighborhoods where the oldest housing is concentrated.
Over half of homes in Burneyville 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 Burneyville
In Burneyville, property wealth outpaces what documented remediation typically demands — the equity burden lands well within the low tier.
Remediation costs in Burneyville are relatively low compared to home values. The $300–$800 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 6% above the Oklahoma average.
Burneyville: 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.
Older interior plumbing shapes the local picture: 51% of Burneyville homes predate the federal solder ban, and aggregate sampling either approaches or crosses the action benchmark. That mix makes a single-home draw a standard pre-purchase or pre-occupancy step.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Burneyville, OK