Historical Compliance Records OK 3 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Kay County Rural Water District 7

EPA ID: OK3003601 ยท 920 people served ยท 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Kay County Rural Water District 7 (OK3003601): 3 past health-based violations, since resolved. Kay County Rural Water District 7 recorded 3 EPA violations over the past five years, all of which have since been resolved - the utility is currently in compliance serving 920 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

920
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
1
Contaminants Flagged
$86K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Kay County Rural Water District 7 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$58,259
Median Household Income
30,227
Service Area Population
64%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
88%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Kay County Rural Water District 7 serves a community with a median household income of $58,259 and an estimated 30,227 residents across its service area. Approximately 88% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 64% 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Kay County Rural Water District 7'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

72 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Kay County Rural Water District 7 compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 3 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 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

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

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $450
Total Estimated Cost $1,650

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 $1,650 (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

Kay County Rural Water District 7 (EPA ID: OK3003601) is a community water system in Oklahoma that serves approximately 920 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 3 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 3 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
July 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved

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 3 Yes

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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

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

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 Kay County Rural Water District 7 (OK3003601) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kay County Rural Water District 7 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Kay County Rural Water District 7; its 3 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Kay County Rural Water District 7 serve?

Kay County Rural Water District 7 serves approximately 920 people across 5 ZIP codes in Oklahoma.

Where does Kay County Rural Water District 7 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Kay County Rural Water District 7's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5). 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 Kay County Rural Water District 7 serve?
Kay County Rural Water District 7 serves approximately 920 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Kay County Rural Water District 7's water source?
Kay County Rural Water District 7 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Kay County Rural Water District 7's service area?
The Kay County Rural Water District 7 service area has a median household income of $58,259. EPA EJScreen data classifies 64% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Kay County Rural Water District 7 get its water?
Kay County Rural Water District 7'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

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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

Kay County Rural Water District 7 (EPA ID: OK3003601) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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