Whitesboro, OK - Home Safety Score unavailable
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated
Data: EPA SDWIS
Whitesboro Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 32 violations in the past 5 years.
- Homes built before 1986: 41% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 16.21 - above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Whitesboro
Most residential addresses in Whitesboro, OK are served by a single water utility - the dominant system among the 1 provider tracked in federal data.
Overview
We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Whitesboro, Oklahoma (population ~252), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 1,643 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.
1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 21 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.
Water Sources
Whitesboro water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0000 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status 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 | 50 | 1 |
| Bromoform | Disinfection Byproducts | 4 | 1 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 4 | 1 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 2 | 1 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74577 | — | 32 | 21 | Leflore Company Rwd #3 |
All ZIP Codes in Whitesboro
- 74577 - 32 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
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
CDC Health Data for Whitesboro
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 Whitesboro
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Whitesboro's Housing Stock?
With 41% 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
Some cities skew heavily toward one construction era; Whitesboro does not. The median build year of 1999 reflects a housing stock where older and newer homes share the market in meaningful proportions. That mixed profile means the city carries moderate aggregate plumbing-era risk - with older homes, particularly those built before 1986, representing the portion of the stock where lead-soldered joints may still be present.
Most homes in Whitesboro were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Whitesboro: Remediation Cost in Perspective
The Whitesboro equity share sits above the low tier but short of the range where remediation becomes a heavy financial burden - the cost-to-value ratio is moderate, and deliberate planning is the key practical lever for most homeowners.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Whitesboro. The estimated $300–$1,500 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 74% below the Oklahoma average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Whitesboro
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.
Practically, the structural drivers in Whitesboro - 41% pre-rule stock and citywide monitoring at or beyond the regulatory benchmark - make an in-home draw the practical way to translate aggregate averages into the specific conditions at one address.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
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