Water System Report OK

Paoli

EPA ID: OK2002502 · 610 people served · 1 ZIP code

With a five-year violation-free history, Paoli delivers safe water to 610 residents.

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

610
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$118K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 1 (2022) to 2 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$75,263
Median Household Income
1,147
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
75%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Paoli serves a community with a median household income of $75,263 and an estimated 1,147 residents across its service area. Approximately 75% 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

Paoli'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Garvin 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

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
21 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 70% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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Fort Towson
611 people
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0 violations
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Union City
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C 13 violations
Washington
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A 8 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Water Filtration
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $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.

System Overview

Paoli (EPA ID: OK2002502) is a community water system in Oklahoma that serves approximately 610 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 73074 in Paoli.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Paoli (OK2002502) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paoli water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Paoli has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Paoli serve?

Paoli serves approximately 610 people across 1 ZIP code in Oklahoma.

Where does Paoli get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Paoli meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Paoli serve?
Paoli serves approximately 610 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Paoli's water source?
Paoli draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Paoli's service area?
The Paoli service area has a median household income of $75,263. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Paoli get its water?
Paoli'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.
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