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Hughes Company Rwd #6 (gerty)

EPA ID: OK2003224 ยท 2,180 people served ยท 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Hughes Company Rwd #6 (gerty) (OK2003224): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. In the most recent five-year monitoring window, Hughes Company Rwd #6 (gerty) posted zero EPA violations serving 2,180 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,180
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00223 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$107K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Hughes Company Rwd #6 (gerty) Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$50,625
Median Household Income
12,124
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
74th
Poverty Percentile
84th
Energy Burden Percentile
67%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Hughes Company Rwd #6 (gerty) serves a community with a median household income of $50,625 and an estimated 12,124 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% 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

Hughes Company Rwd #6 (gerty)'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
28th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 78% of expected lifespan used End of life

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†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Arkoma
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Spiro
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Pawnee
2,230 people
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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 $300
PFAS Treatment $167
Total Estimated Cost $1,667

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

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

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,667 (one-time) vs. $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

Hughes Company Rwd #6 (gerty) (EPA ID: OK2003224) is a community water system in Oklahoma that serves approximately 2,180 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00223 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 Hughes Company Rwd #6 (gerty) (OK2003224) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hughes Company Rwd #6 (gerty) water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Hughes Company Rwd #6 (gerty) in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Hughes Company Rwd #6 (gerty) serve?

Hughes Company Rwd #6 (gerty) serves approximately 2,180 people across 5 ZIP codes in Oklahoma.

Where does Hughes Company Rwd #6 (gerty) get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Hughes Company Rwd #6 (gerty) meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Hughes Company Rwd #6 (gerty) serve?
Hughes Company Rwd #6 (gerty) serves approximately 2,180 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Hughes Company Rwd #6 (gerty)'s water source?
Hughes Company Rwd #6 (gerty) draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Hughes Company Rwd #6 (gerty)'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00223 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Hughes Company Rwd #6 (gerty)'s service area?
The Hughes Company Rwd #6 (gerty) service area has a median household income of $50,625. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Hughes Company Rwd #6 (gerty) get its water?
Hughes Company Rwd #6 (gerty)'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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