Wagoner, OK: 128 Health Violations — 66/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 8 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Wagoner water quality is uneven — some service areas show clean compliance; others carry documented violations in OK EPA records.
How Wagoner Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Wagoner Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 200 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0032 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 62% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,800 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.54 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Wagoner
3 independent water providers serve Wagoner, OK — 8 systems appear in federal records.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Wagoner, Oklahoma (population ~14,174), covering 8 community water systems serving approximately 24,399 people region-wide.
2 of 2 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 128 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Wagoner: 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
Wagoner water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0032 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fecal Coliform | Microbiological | 141 | 2 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 33 | 2 |
| Chlorite | Disinfection Byproducts | 33 | 2 |
| E. coli | Microbiological | 33 | 2 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 18 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
All ZIP Codes in Wagoner
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 Wagoner
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 Wagoner
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Wagoner's Housing Stock?
With 62% 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
Because the majority of Wagoner's housing predates 1986, when lead solder was banned from new plumbing, the median build year of 1971 reflects a city where lead-era plumbing materials are common rather than exceptional.
Over half of homes in Wagoner 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.
Wagoner: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Property value and cost data for Wagoner produce a moderate remediation-share classification — a level where advance financial planning has real practical value and the commitment is realistic for most homeowners who approach it deliberately.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Wagoner. The estimated $1,100–$3,150 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 3% above the Oklahoma average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Wagoner
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 stock in Wagoner represents 62% of the inventory, and citywide monitoring runs at or above the federal action level — making an in-home read a standard household-level step.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Wagoner
Flood risk in Wagoner occupies the middle ground: 34 NFIP claims and 50% of local ZIP codes within FEMA flood zones. At that level, the risk pathways connecting flooding to water quality — treatment system stress, well infiltration, distribution backflow — become relevant considerations during significant flood events, even if day-to-day water quality is unaffected by flood history.
Wagoner has a moderate flood history with 34 FEMA claims averaging $26,997 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>$1,800</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 Wagoner
- 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 Fecal Coliform can reduce the most common contaminant found in Wagoner's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 62% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
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