Current Noncompliance OK 16 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Perry Water & Light Department

EPA ID: OK1021206 ยท 5,230 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Perry Water & Light Department (OK1021206): 5 unresolved EPA violations on record. The EPA enforcement database lists 5 active violations for Perry Water & Light Department - a provider that delivers drinking water to approximately 5,230 people and has not yet formally resolved those findings.

Data: EPA SDWIS

5,230
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
163
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.006 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
13
Contaminants Flagged
$129K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Perry Water & Light Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$67,588
Median Household Income
6,235
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
74%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Perry Water & Light Department serves a community with a median household income of $67,588 and an estimated 6,235 residents across its service area. Approximately 74% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Perry Water & Light Department'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

63 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
2 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 97% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Perry Water & Light Department compares to EPA limits

Contaminant 1009 25 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.004 mg/L
Intestinal damage, bone damage
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 8 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Arsenic 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.01 mg/L
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 3 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns
Chlorite 33 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 25 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.004 mg/L. Intestinal damage, bone damage. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 8 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

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

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 3 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 33 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†’

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 PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $2,300

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 $6,450

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
$10,890
10 years
$21,780
20 years
$43,560

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,300 (one-time) vs. $21,780 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

Perry Water & Light Department (EPA ID: OK1021206) is a community water system in Oklahoma that serves approximately 5,230 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 73077 in Perry.

Violation History

5 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: 158 resolved, 0 archived, 5 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
July 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
December 30, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Contaminant 1008 Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Chlorite Health-based Resolved
May 1, 2024 Contaminant 1009 Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Chlorite Health-based Resolved
February 1, 2024 Contaminant 1009 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Chlorite Health-based Resolved
November 1, 2023 Contaminant 1009 Non-health-based Resolved
November 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Contaminant 1008 Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Contaminant 1009 Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Chlorite Disinfection Byproducts 33 Yes
Contaminant 1009 Other Violation 25 No
Contaminant 1008 Other Violation 21 No
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 21 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 16 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 16 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 14 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 8 Yes
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 3 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Arsenic Inorganic 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Health Risk Details

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†’

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
0.006 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 Perry Water & Light Department (OK1021206) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Perry Water & Light Department water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 5 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 Perry Water & Light Department serve?

Perry Water & Light Department serves approximately 5,230 people across 1 ZIP code in Oklahoma.

Where does Perry Water & Light Department get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
116
Detections
4
Latest sample
5/1/2024
Highest analyte
PFBA: 8.6 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 8.6 ppt โ€” โ€”

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Perry Water & Light Department's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 1009, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Arsenic, Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM). 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 Perry Water & Light Department serve?
Perry Water & Light Department serves approximately 5,230 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Perry Water & Light Department's water source?
Perry Water & Light Department draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Perry Water & Light Department's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.006 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Perry Water & Light Department's service area?
The Perry Water & Light Department service area has a median household income of $67,588. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Perry Water & Light Department get its water?
Perry Water & Light Department'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

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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

Perry Water & Light Department (EPA ID: OK1021206) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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