Current Noncompliance OK 61 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Beggs

EPA ID: OK1020707 ยท 1,364 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Beggs (OK1020707): 6 unresolved EPA violations on record. Federal compliance records for Beggs list 6 open violations that have not yet been resolved - the utility serves approximately 1,364 people, and each outstanding finding remains logged and active in the EPA enforcement database.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,364
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
102
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0057 mg/L
Max Lead Level
10
Contaminants Flagged
$171K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$70,063
Median Household Income
4,393
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
44%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Beggs serves a community with a median household income of $70,063 and an estimated 4,393 residents across its service area. Approximately 44% 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

Beggs'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
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

46 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
24 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 66% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Beggs compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 34 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 25 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns
Arsenic 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.01 mg/L
Chlorite 13 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 1 mg/L
Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 34 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 25 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Arsenic at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.01 mg/L.

Fecal Coliform at 19 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Chlorite at 13 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 1 mg/L. Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children. Consider ferrous sulfate reduction filtration.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

Find a certified water filter โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $2,500
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $3,600

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 $8,570

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$11,950
10 years
$23,900
20 years
$47,800

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,600 (one-time) vs. $23,900 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

Beggs (EPA ID: OK1020707) is a community water system in Oklahoma that serves approximately 1,364 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 74421 in Beggs.

Violation History

6 current noncompliance records in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 26 resolved, 70 archived, 0 addressed, and 6 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
February 1, 2026 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Archived
December 30, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
December 30, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
December 1, 2025 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Archived
November 1, 2025 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Archived
October 1, 2025 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Archived
October 1, 2025 Chlorite Health-based Archived
October 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Archived
October 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
October 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
September 29, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
September 29, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
September 1, 2025 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Archived
August 1, 2025 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Archived
August 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
August 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Chlorite Health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Archived

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 34 Yes
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 25 Yes
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 19 Yes
Chlorite Disinfection Byproducts 13 Yes
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 3 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 3 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Arsenic Inorganic 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
E. coli Microbiological 1 Yes

Health Risk Details

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)

Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ†’

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
0.0057 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.

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 Beggs (OK1020707) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beggs water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 6 current noncompliance records and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Beggs serve?

Beggs serves approximately 1,364 people across 1 ZIP code in Oklahoma.

Where does Beggs get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Beggs's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Arsenic, 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 Beggs serve?
Beggs serves approximately 1,364 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Beggs's water source?
Beggs draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Beggs's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0057 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Beggs's service area?
The Beggs service area has a median household income of $70,063. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Beggs get its water?
Beggs'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.). Beggs (OK): 61 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ok1020707/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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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

Beggs (EPA ID: OK1020707) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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