Canoe Mountain Water System
EPA ID: OK1021778 · 26 people served · 1 ZIP code
Compared to the national average for mid-size utilities, Canoe Mountain Water System sits well above the baseline — five years of EPA monitoring show no violations, no MCL exceedances, and no enforcement actions for the full service territory of 26 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Compliance Trajectory
Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months
Violations went from 1 (2021) to 1 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Canoe Mountain Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Canoe Mountain Water System serves a community with a median household income of $47,986 and an estimated 4,323 residents across its service area. Approximately 50% 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.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Canoe Mountain Water System'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.
About 1% of homes in Sequoyah County, Oklahoma rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Oklahoma
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
Canoe Mountain Water System (EPA ID: OK1021778) is a community water system in Oklahoma that serves approximately 26 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 74962 in Vian.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
- 74962 — Vian
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Canoe Mountain Water System (OK1021778) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Canoe Mountain Water System water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Canoe Mountain Water System has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Canoe Mountain Water System serve?
Canoe Mountain Water System serves approximately 26 people across 1 ZIP code in Oklahoma.
Where does Canoe Mountain Water System get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.