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Sharon Utilities

EPA ID: OK2007741 · 175 people served · 1 ZIP code

Sharon Utilities earns a clean bill from EPA monitoring — no violations in five years across a service area of 175 people.

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

175
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$206K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Sharon Utilities Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$58,500
Median Household Income
1,031
Service Area Population
40%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
71%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Sharon Utilities serves a community with a median household income of $58,500 and an estimated 1,031 residents across its service area. Approximately 71% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 40% 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

Sharon Utilities'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Woodward 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

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Lead Pipe Replacement Water Filtration
Lead Pipe Replacement $4,260
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $4,560

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

Sharon Utilities (EPA ID: OK2007741) is a community water system in Oklahoma that serves approximately 175 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 73857 in Sharon.

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 Sharon Utilities (OK2007741) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sharon Utilities water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Sharon Utilities serve?

Sharon Utilities serves approximately 175 people across 1 ZIP code in Oklahoma.

Where does Sharon Utilities get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Sharon Utilities meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Sharon Utilities serve?
Sharon Utilities serves approximately 175 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Sharon Utilities's water source?
Sharon Utilities draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Sharon Utilities's service area?
The Sharon Utilities service area has a median household income of $58,500. EPA EJScreen data classifies 40% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Sharon Utilities get its water?
Sharon Utilities'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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