Historical Compliance Records OK 22 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Atoka

EPA ID: OK1010401 ยท 2,988 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Atoka (OK1010401): 22 past health-based violations, since resolved. Over the tracked period, Atoka logged 23 EPA violations - each has been remedied, and the system now supplies 2,988 people in good standing.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,988
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
23
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00131 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
5
Contaminants Flagged
$153K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Atoka Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$49,474
Median Household Income
10,420
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Atoka serves a community with a median household income of $49,474 and an estimated 10,420 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Atoka's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

39 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
31 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 56% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Atoka compares to EPA limits

Contaminant 1009 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.004 mg/L
Intestinal damage, bone damage
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 8 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns
Chlorite 7 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 1 mg/L
Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children

What This Means For You

Contaminant 1009 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.004 mg/L. Intestinal damage, bone damage. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 8 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Chlorite at 7 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 1 mg/L. Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children. Consider ferrous sulfate reduction filtration.

Fecal Coliform at 5 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

E. coli at 2 Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action) exceeds the EPA maximum of Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action). Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children. Consider UV disinfection (99.99%) filtration.

Contaminant 1009 was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,800
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $7,650

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$11,325
10 years
$22,650
20 years
$45,300

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,400 (one-time) vs. $22,650 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Atoka (EPA ID: OK1010401) is a community water system in Oklahoma that serves approximately 2,988 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 74525 in Atoka.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 23 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 8 resolved, 15 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
October 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Archived
October 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Chlorite Health-based Archived
January 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Archived
October 1, 2024 E. coli Health-based Resolved
August 1, 2024 Contaminant 1009 Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Archived
October 1, 2023 Chlorite Health-based Archived
July 1, 2023 Chlorite Health-based Archived
April 1, 2023 Chlorite Health-based Archived
March 1, 2023 Fecal Coliform Health-based Resolved
February 1, 2023 Fecal Coliform Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Fecal Coliform Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Chlorite Health-based Archived
December 1, 2022 Fecal Coliform Health-based Resolved
December 1, 2022 E. coli Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 8 Yes
Chlorite Disinfection Byproducts 7 Yes
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 5 Yes
E. coli Microbiological 2 Yes
Contaminant 1009 Other Violation 1 No

Health Risk Details

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) (EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L)

Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns At-risk groups: pregnant women, long-term consumers of chlorinated water, people who frequently shower in chlorinated water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, point-of-entry aeration. Find the right filter โ†’

Chlorite (EPA limit: 1 mg/L)

Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children At-risk groups: infants, developing fetuses, people with G6PD deficiency.

Removal methods: ferrous sulfate reduction, activated carbon, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ†’

E. coli (EPA limit: Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action))

Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children At-risk groups: children under 5, elderly, immunocompromised individuals, pregnant women.

Removal methods: UV disinfection (99.99%), chlorination, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ†’

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00131 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by OK or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Atoka (OK1010401) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Atoka water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Atoka; its 23 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Atoka serve?

Atoka serves approximately 2,988 people across 1 ZIP code in Oklahoma.

Where does Atoka get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Atoka's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 1009, Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Chlorite, Fecal Coliform. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Atoka serve?
Atoka serves approximately 2,988 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Atoka's water source?
Atoka draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Atoka's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00131 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Atoka's service area?
The Atoka service area has a median household income of $49,474. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Atoka get its water?
Atoka's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Atoka (OK): 22 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ok1010401/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

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