Historical Compliance Records OK 7 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Wellston

EPA ID: OK1020724 ยท 825 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Wellston (OK1020724): 7 past health-based violations, since resolved. The five-year EPA compliance file for Wellston contains 30 violations, each documented and subsequently closed - the utility now operates in full compliance and continues to supply approximately 825 residents with water meeting current federal standards, including both health-based and monitoring requirements.

Data: EPA SDWIS

825
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
30
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
23
Contaminants Flagged
$154K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$58,632
Median Household Income
12,824
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
47%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Wellston serves a community with a median household income of $58,632 and an estimated 12,824 residents across its service area. Approximately 47% 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

Wellston'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

34 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
36 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 49% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Wellston compares to EPA limits

PFOA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.000004 mg/L
PFNA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.00001 mg/L
Chlorodibromomethane 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen)
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 7 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Bromate 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.01 mg/L

What This Means For You

PFOA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.000004 mg/L.

PFNA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.00001 mg/L.

Chlorodibromomethane at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 7 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

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

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

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Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Water Filtration Flood Insurance
Water Filtration $600
Flood Insurance $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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 $7,683

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$11,340
10 years
$22,680
20 years
$45,360

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,200 (one-time) vs. $22,680 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

Wellston (EPA ID: OK1020724) is a community water system in Oklahoma that serves approximately 825 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 30 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 9 resolved, 21 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 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
September 29, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 PFOA Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 PFNA Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Monochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Dichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Bromodichloromethane Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Dibromochloromethane Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Bromoform Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Chlorodibromomethane Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Trichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Monobromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Dibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Bromochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Bromodichloroacetic Acid Non-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 7 Yes
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
PFOA PFAS 1 No
PFNA PFAS 1 No
Monochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromodichloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dibromochloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromoform Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Chlorodibromomethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Trichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Monobromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dibromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromodichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No

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†’

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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 Wellston (OK1020724) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wellston water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Wellston; its 30 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Wellston serve?

Wellston serves approximately 825 people across 2 ZIP codes in Oklahoma.

Where does Wellston get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Wellston's water?
Detected contaminants include PFOA, PFNA, Chlorodibromomethane, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5). 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 Wellston serve?
Wellston serves approximately 825 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Wellston's water source?
Wellston draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Wellston's service area?
The Wellston service area has a median household income of $58,632. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Wellston get its water?
Wellston'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.). Wellston (OK): 7 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ok1020724/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

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

3

Contact your utility

Wellston (EPA ID: OK1020724) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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