Health Violations Found OK 15 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Hughes Company Rwd #1

EPA ID: OK3003201 · 1,225 people served · 4 ZIP codes

Current EPA status: Hughes Company Rwd #1, 22 open violations, 1,225 people served.

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

C · 59
Avg Safety Score
1,225
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
30
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00966 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
7
Contaminants Flagged
$94K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 2 (2021) to 24 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Hughes Company Rwd #1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$45,630
Median Household Income
11,241
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
62%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Hughes Company Rwd #1 serves a community with a median household income of $45,630 and an estimated 11,241 residents across its service area. Approximately 62% 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?

Groundwater

Hughes Company Rwd #1'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.

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

About 3% of homes in Hughes 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

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 77% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Hughes Company Rwd #1 compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 18 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 3 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns
Chlorite 1 mg/L (100% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 1 mg/L
Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 18 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Fecal Coliform at 4 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

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

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections 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 →

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

Find a certified water filter →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Oklahoma

B 5 violations
Mooreland
1,226 people
0 violations
Yale
1,227 people
C 27 violations
Maysville
1,212 people
C 67 violations
Thomas
1,238 people
C 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Water Filtration Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Water Filtration $500
Flood Insurance $400
PFAS Treatment $333
Total Estimated Cost $1,233

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 $4,675

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
$10,005
10 years
$20,010
20 years
$40,020

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,233 (one-time) vs. $20,010 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 #1 (EPA ID: OK3003201) is a community water system in Oklahoma that serves approximately 1,225 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (59/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

15 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 22 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
September 29, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Monitoring Unresolved
May 1, 2025 Fecal Coliform Monitoring Unresolved
April 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Monitoring Unresolved
April 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Unresolved
April 1, 2025 Chlorite Health-based Unresolved
March 1, 2025 Fecal Coliform Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
October 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Unresolved
October 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Unresolved
September 29, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Unresolved
April 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Unresolved
January 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Unresolved
January 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Unresolved
October 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Unresolved
April 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Unresolved
January 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Unresolved

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 18 Yes
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 4 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 3 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Chlorite Disinfection Byproducts 1 Yes
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No
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 →

Chlorite (EPA limit: 1 mg/L)

Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children At-risk groups: infants, developing fetuses, people with G6PD deficiency.

Removal methods: ferrous sulfate reduction, activated carbon, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter →

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
74883 0.00966 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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 #1 (OK3003201) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hughes Company Rwd #1 water safe to drink?

Hughes Company Rwd #1 has recorded 15 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Hughes Company Rwd #1 serve?

Hughes Company Rwd #1 serves approximately 1,225 people across 4 ZIP codes in Oklahoma.

Where does Hughes Company Rwd #1 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Contact Your Water Utility

Public-record contact information for the water utility serving this system. Use these channels to request water quality reports, ask about service, or report issues directly.

Phone
405-452-3367
ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility, does not act as its agent, and does not provide customer support for it. Contact details shown are public-record information from CCR filings. For service issues, contact the utility directly using the information above.

Contact information from HUGHES CO. RWD #1 Consumer Confidence Report.

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility, does not act as its agent, and does not provide customer support for it. Contact details shown are public-record information from CCR filings. For service issues, contact the utility directly using the information above.

Water Source & Treatment

Where this water originates and how it's treated before reaching your tap.

Source
Groundwater
Drawn from underground aquifers via wells.
Disinfectant used
Chlorine
Treatment chemicals reported
chlorine

Source: HUGHES CO. RWD #1 Consumer Confidence Report.

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility. Treatment and source data are sourced from the utility's published CCR filings.

Treatment regime

How this utility classifies its treatment process and what each reported treatment chemical does.

Treatment classification
Standard
Disinfection plus one or more treatment additives — typically corrosion control, pH adjustment, or fluoridation. Standard regime for utilities serving treated municipal water.

Treatment chemicals and what each one does

Chemical names are reported verbatim by the utility. Purpose categories are ZipCheckup annotations based on standard drinking-water treatment practice.

Disinfectant
Inactivates bacteria, viruses, and parasites in the treated water.
chlorine

Treatment classification and chemical list sourced from HUGHES CO. RWD #1 Consumer Confidence Report.

Treatment intensity is a ZipCheckup-derived classification based on the chemicals and processes the utility reports. Chemicals and contamination sources are taken verbatim from the utility's CCR filing. Routine federal monitoring and contaminant testing shown elsewhere on this page determine whether the water meets safety standards, not the treatment classification.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
496
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,225
Reported to Oklahoma

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

Learn about lead in drinking water →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Hughes Company Rwd #1 safe to drink?
Hughes Company Rwd #1 has a C safety grade based on 30 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Hughes Company Rwd #1's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Fecal Coliform, 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 4 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 Hughes Company Rwd #1 serve?
Hughes Company Rwd #1 serves approximately 1,225 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Hughes Company Rwd #1's water source?
Hughes Company Rwd #1 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Hughes Company Rwd #1's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00966 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Hughes Company Rwd #1's service area?
The Hughes Company Rwd #1 service area has a median household income of $45,630. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Hughes Company Rwd #1 get its water?
Hughes Company Rwd #1'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

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 →

3

Contact your utility

Hughes Company Rwd #1 (EPA ID: OK3003201) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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