Ozark Rural Water Inc.
EPA ID: OK3001125 · 99 people served · 1 ZIP code
In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Ozark Rural Water Inc. has come through without a single EPA violation — a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 99 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Demographics
The Ozark Rural Water Inc. serves a community with a median household income of $72,454 and an estimated 9,691 residents across its service area. Approximately 44% 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?
Ozark Rural Water Inc.'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.
About 2% of homes in Muskogee 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
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Estimated Remediation Costs
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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
Ozark Rural Water Inc. (EPA ID: OK3001125) is a community water system in Oklahoma that serves approximately 99 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 74434 in Fort Gibson.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
- 74434 — Fort Gibson
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Ozark Rural Water Inc. (OK3001125) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ozark Rural Water Inc. water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Ozark Rural Water Inc. has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Ozark Rural Water Inc. serve?
Ozark Rural Water Inc. serves approximately 99 people across 1 ZIP code in Oklahoma.
Where does Ozark Rural Water Inc. get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.