Miami, OK: 4 Health Violations — 78/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 7 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Compared to statewide averages in OK, Miami scores well — health violations are below the norm and systems generally operate within federal standards.
How Miami Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Miami Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 32 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0021 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $2,100 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 16.17 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Miami
With 3 utilities splitting service in Miami, OK, water accountability is distributed across 7 systems on the federal record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Miami, Oklahoma, covering 7 community water systems serving approximately 16,972 people.
2 of 2 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 4 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Miami: B (78/100)
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
Miami water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0021 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): 2 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 12 | 2 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 6 | 2 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 6 | 2 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 6 | 2 |
| Contaminant 2034 | Other | 3 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
All ZIP Codes in Miami
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.
Health Outcomes in Miami
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
Top Contaminants in Miami Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Miami Homeowners
Remediation costs in Miami represent a moderate share of typical home values — worth budgeting for carefully, though within reach for most homeowners who plan ahead.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Miami. The estimated $1,350–$3,100 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 17% below the Oklahoma average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Miami
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 Miami 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.
Flood & Climate Risk in Miami
Miami carries a substantial flood exposure profile — 1120 claims filed over the program's long tracking window and 100% of ZIP codes within FEMA flood zones. For water quality, that exposure level means flooding has likely stressed local treatment and distribution infrastructure on multiple occasions, creating periodic windows of elevated contamination risk.
Miami has a significant flood history with 1,120 FEMA flood insurance claims on record, averaging $27,563 per claim. With 100% of ZIP codes in FEMA-designated flood zones, flood risk is a major concern for homeowners and water quality.
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>$2,100</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.
Deep Dive Reports
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