Current Noncompliance OK 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Atoka Company Rwd #3 (caney)

EPA ID: OK2000302 ยท 1,500 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Atoka Company Rwd #3 (caney) (OK2000302): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. The EPA enforcement database lists 1 active violation for Atoka Company Rwd #3 (caney) - a provider that delivers drinking water to approximately 1,500 people and has not yet formally resolved those findings.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,500
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
8
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00166 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
4
Contaminants Flagged
$129K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Atoka Company Rwd #3 (caney) Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$52,152
Median Household Income
14,689
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
78th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
54%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Atoka Company Rwd #3 (caney) serves a community with a median household income of $52,152 and an estimated 14,689 residents across its service area. Approximately 54% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Atoka Company Rwd #3 (caney)'s water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
13th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 58% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Atoka Company Rwd #3 (caney) compares to EPA limits

Arsenic 3 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.01 mg/L

What This Means For You

Arsenic at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.01 mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections 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†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Oklahoma

Tillman Company Rwd #1
1,500 people
13 violations
Osage Company Rwd #21
1,500 people
121 violations
4 violations
Wagoner Company Rwd #6
1,500 people
12 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $600
PFAS Treatment $333
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,233

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,165
10 years
$10,330
20 years
$20,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,233 (one-time) vs. $10,330 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 Company Rwd #3 (caney) (EPA ID: OK2000302) is a community water system in Oklahoma that serves approximately 1,500 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Violation History

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

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 7 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 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 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 2, 2022 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Arsenic Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Arsenic Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Arsenic Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Arsenic Inorganic 3 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00166 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 Company Rwd #3 (caney) (OK2000302) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Atoka Company Rwd #3 (caney) water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Atoka Company Rwd #3 (caney) serve?

Atoka Company Rwd #3 (caney) serves approximately 1,500 people across 4 ZIP codes in Oklahoma.

Where does Atoka Company Rwd #3 (caney) get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Atoka Company Rwd #3 (caney)'s water?
Detected contaminants include Arsenic, Stage 2 DBP Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule, Revised Total Coliform Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 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 Company Rwd #3 (caney) serve?
Atoka Company Rwd #3 (caney) serves approximately 1,500 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Atoka Company Rwd #3 (caney)'s water source?
Atoka Company Rwd #3 (caney) draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Atoka Company Rwd #3 (caney)'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00166 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Atoka Company Rwd #3 (caney)'s service area?
The Atoka Company Rwd #3 (caney) service area has a median household income of $52,152. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Atoka Company Rwd #3 (caney) get its water?
Atoka Company Rwd #3 (caney)'s water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. 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

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2

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3

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