CITY REPORT OK HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 81

Wister, OK: 199 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 5 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
5
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
Zone 3
County Radon Potential (Low)
$128K
Median Home Value
$600
Est. Remediation (0.5% of home value)

Key Facts for Wister Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 199 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0026 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 47% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 16.21.

Wister's Water Providers

Among 5 systems linked to Wister, OK, the 3 biggest by population served appear below.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Wister, Oklahoma (population ~3,540), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 19,348 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. 81 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Water Sources

Wister water systems draw from: Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0026 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

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 3.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 206 1
Public Notice Rule Reporting 56 1
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 34 1
Chlorine Disinfectant 26 1
Consumer Confidence Rule Reporting 20 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
74966 — 199 81 Leflore Company Rwd #18

All ZIP Codes in Wister

  • 74966 - 199 violations ⚠

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Wister Community Health Snapshot

12.3%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
15.1%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
19.8%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 12.3% ↑
Diabetes 15.1% ↑
Mental Health 19.8% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

What's in Wister's Water?

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 206 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.08 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL
Public Notice Rule 56 violations
Reporting
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 34 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.06 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

Wister Infrastructure Age

1982
Median Build Year
47%
Built Before 1986
25%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 47% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

Plumbing materials follow installation dates, not medians. Wister records a median build year of 1982, and a meaningful share of its homes date from before the 1986 federal lead restrictions.

1982
Median Year Built
47%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
25%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (25%) 1970–1986 (22%) Post-1986 (53%)

Most homes in Wister were built after 1986; lead exposure at a tap still depends on its service line and plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

How Remediation Costs Compare in Wister

Compared with typical property prices, the remediation estimate for Wister is small in percentage terms - at or under one percent.

Median Home Value
$128,100
Est. Remediation
$600
Remediation as % of home value 0.5%

Estimated remediation costs in Wister can be compared with local home values. The $300–$1,500 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 12% below the Oklahoma average.

Wister: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

47%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0026
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many violations are on record for water systems serving Wister?
EPA records list 199 EPA violations, including 81 health-based violations for Wister water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Wister water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Wister is 0.0026 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How many water systems serve Wister?
Our records map 5 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Wister. The related population figure in our data is approximately 3,540 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Wister?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Wister: $600; modeled range $300 to $1,500. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Wister, OK: 199 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable. https://zipcheckup.com/cities/ok/wister/
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