Health Violations Found OK 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Beckham Company Rwd # 1

EPA ID: OK2000505 · 1,595 people served · 13 ZIP codes

Based on the latest federal compliance data, Beckham Company Rwd # 1 ha 6 violations that the EPA has not yet closed — those outstanding findings are part of the enforcement record for a utility that delivers water to approximately 1,595 people throughout its service territory.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

A · 92
Avg Safety Score
1,595
People Served
13
ZIP Codes Served
20
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.000899 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
8
Contaminants Flagged
$111K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 7 (2021) to 19 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Beckham Company Rwd # 1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$55,324
Median Household Income
35,596
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
72th
Poverty Percentile
81th
Energy Burden Percentile
80%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Beckham Company Rwd # 1 serves a community with a median household income of $55,324 and an estimated 35,596 residents across its service area. Approximately 80% 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?

Groundwater

Beckham Company Rwd # 1'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
16th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
6th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Greer 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

63 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
7 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 90% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Beckham Company Rwd # 1 compares to EPA limits

Arsenic 5 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.01 mg/L
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Arsenic at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.01 mg/L.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 4 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Contaminant 2959 at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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.
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Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) 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 $960
Water Filtration $360
PFAS Treatment $50
Total Estimated Cost $1,370

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.)

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,665
10 years
$15,330
20 years
$30,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,370 (one-time) vs. $15,330 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

Beckham Company Rwd # 1 (EPA ID: OK2000505) is a community water system in Oklahoma that serves approximately 1,595 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 13 ZIP codes across 13 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: A (92/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 6 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
April 1, 2025 Contaminant 2959 Monitoring Unresolved
February 11, 2025 Total Coliform Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
October 1, 2024 Contaminant 2959 Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Contaminant 2959 Monitoring Unresolved
April 1, 2024 Arsenic Monitoring Resolved
November 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2023 Arsenic Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2023 Arsenic Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Arsenic Inorganic 5 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 4 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 4 No
Contaminant 2959 Other Violation 3 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Total Coliform Microbiological 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
73627 0.000899 mg/L No N/A
73664 0.000645 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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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 Beckham Company Rwd # 1 (OK2000505) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beckham Company Rwd # 1 water safe to drink?

Beckham Company Rwd # 1 has recorded 1 health-based violation in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Beckham Company Rwd # 1 serve?

Beckham Company Rwd # 1 serves approximately 1,595 people across 13 ZIP codes in Oklahoma.

Where does Beckham Company Rwd # 1 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Contact Your Water Utility

Public-record contact information for the water utility serving this system. Use these channels to request water quality reports, ask about service, or report issues directly.

Phone
580-486-3211
ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility, does not act as its agent, and does not provide customer support for it. Contact details shown are public-record information from CCR filings. For service issues, contact the utility directly using the information above.

Contact information from BECKHAM CO RWD # 1 Consumer Confidence Report.

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility, does not act as its agent, and does not provide customer support for it. Contact details shown are public-record information from CCR filings. For service issues, contact the utility directly using the information above.

Water Source & Treatment

Where this water originates and how it's treated before reaching your tap.

Source
Purchased from another utility
Treated water purchased wholesale from another water system.
Disinfectant used
Chloramines

Source: BECKHAM CO RWD # 1 Consumer Confidence Report.

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility. Treatment and source data are sourced from the utility's published CCR filings.

Treatment regime

How this utility classifies its treatment process and what each reported treatment chemical does.

Treatment classification
Standard
Disinfection plus one or more treatment additives — typically corrosion control, pH adjustment, or fluoridation. Standard regime for utilities serving treated municipal water.

Treatment classification and chemical list sourced from BECKHAM CO RWD # 1 Consumer Confidence Report.

Treatment intensity is a ZipCheckup-derived classification based on the chemicals and processes the utility reports. Chemicals and contamination sources are taken verbatim from the utility's CCR filing. Routine federal monitoring and contaminant testing shown elsewhere on this page determine whether the water meets safety standards, not the treatment classification.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
101
Unknown Material
1,071
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,595
Reported to Oklahoma

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Notable events and violations

This section summarizes events the utility chose to disclose in its most recent Consumer Confidence Report, plus any federal compliance violations the utility recorded against itself. Both lists are utility-authored — ZipCheckup does not audit, judge, or reorder them.

Federal compliance violations on record

These entries are taken verbatim from the utility's CCR violations section. EPA defines four broad violation categories: Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL), Treatment Technique (TT), Monitoring & Reporting (M&R), and Public Notification (PN).

  • monitoring · NITRATE-NITRITE
    2024-04-01 to 2024-06-30
    MONITORING, ROUTINE MAJOR

Violations record from BECKHAM CO RWD # 1 Consumer Confidence Report.

ZipCheckup note: items above reflect what the utility published in its most recent CCR. Federal violation records are also tracked separately by the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) — the SDWIS record is the authoritative federal source for any specific regulatory action.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Beckham Company Rwd # 1 safe to drink?
Beckham Company Rwd # 1 earns a A safety grade with 20 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Beckham Company Rwd # 1's water?
Detected contaminants include Arsenic, Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Consumer Confidence Report 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 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 Beckham Company Rwd # 1 serve?
Beckham Company Rwd # 1 serves approximately 1,595 people with drinking water across 13 ZIP codes.
What is Beckham Company Rwd # 1's water source?
Beckham Company Rwd # 1 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Beckham Company Rwd # 1's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.000899 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Beckham Company Rwd # 1's service area?
The Beckham Company Rwd # 1 service area has a median household income of $55,324. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Beckham Company Rwd # 1 get its water?
Beckham Company Rwd # 1'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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