Historical Compliance Records OK 18 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Union City

EPA ID: OK3000909 ยท 618 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Union City (OK3000909): 18 past health-based violations, since resolved. Past issues aside, Union City cleared all 22 violations and is compliant today, supplying 618 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

618
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
22
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
2
Contaminants Flagged
$178K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Union City Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$75,434
Median Household Income
21,597
Service Area Population
24%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
64%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Union City serves a community with a median household income of $75,434 and an estimated 21,597 residents across its service area. Approximately 64% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Union City's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

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

Infrastructure Risk

52 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
19 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 73% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Union City compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 21 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 21 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

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†’

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

Find a certified water filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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11 violations
Fort Towson
611 people
18 violations
2 violations
Alex
635 people
34 violations
Calumet
600 people
66 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $900
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $250
Total Estimated Cost $1,750

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.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $8,885

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$12,110
10 years
$24,220
20 years
$48,440

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,750 (one-time) vs. $24,220 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

Union City (EPA ID: OK3000909) is a community water system in Oklahoma that serves approximately 618 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 22 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 4 resolved, 18 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
January 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
January 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
December 30, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
October 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
July 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
July 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
June 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
April 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
October 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
October 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
September 29, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
July 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
June 30, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
April 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 21 Yes
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 No

Health Risk Details

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)

Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ†’

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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 Union City (OK3000909) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Union City water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Union City; its 22 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Union City serve?

Union City serves approximately 618 people across 2 ZIP codes in Oklahoma.

Where does Union City get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Union City's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), 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 2 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 Union City serve?
Union City serves approximately 618 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Union City's water source?
Union City draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Union City's service area?
The Union City service area has a median household income of $75,434. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Union City get its water?
Union City's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Union City (OK): 18 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ok3000909/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

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

3

Contact your utility

Union City (EPA ID: OK3000909) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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