Historical Compliance Records OK 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Cushing

EPA ID: OK2006061 ยท 8,371 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Cushing (OK2006061): 1 past health-based violation, since resolved. Despite the 2 historical violations in its record, Cushing has cleared every one and now meets EPA standards serving 8,371 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

8,371
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0013 mg/L
Max Lead Level
1
Contaminants Flagged
$135K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$48,859
Median Household Income
15,845
Service Area Population
53%
Disadvantaged Population
47th
Poverty Percentile
73th
Energy Burden Percentile
70%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Cushing serves a community with a median household income of $48,859 and an estimated 15,845 residents across its service area. Approximately 70% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 53% 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

Cushing'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

50 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 74% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Cushing compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Oklahoma

28 violations
A 10 violations
9 violations
Sallisaw
8,510 people
C 4 violations
Skiatook Pwa
8,110 people
B 3 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $200
Total Estimated Cost $1,400

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,400 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Cushing (EPA ID: OK2006061) is a community water system in Oklahoma that serves approximately 8,371 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 2 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 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
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0013 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.

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 Cushing (OK2006061) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cushing water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Cushing; its 2 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Cushing serve?

Cushing serves approximately 8,371 people across 3 ZIP codes in Oklahoma.

Where does Cushing get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
58

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Cushing's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 2 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 Cushing serve?
Cushing serves approximately 8,371 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Cushing's water source?
Cushing draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Cushing's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0013 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Cushing's service area?
The Cushing service area has a median household income of $48,859. EPA EJScreen data classifies 53% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Cushing get its water?
Cushing'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Cushing (OK): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ok2006061/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Cushing (EPA ID: OK2006061) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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