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Kay Company Rwd #1

EPA ID: OK3003605 · 1,765 people served · 4 ZIP codes

Over five tracked years, Kay Company Rwd #1 has stayed completely violation-free for its 1,765 residents.

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

1,765
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$110K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 7 (2021) to 7 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$59,000
Median Household Income
34,785
Service Area Population
64%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
78%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Kay Company Rwd #1 serves a community with a median household income of $59,000 and an estimated 34,785 residents across its service area. Approximately 78% 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.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Kay Company Rwd #1'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Kay 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

59 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
9 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 87% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 4 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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 →

Comparable Water Systems

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Haskell Pwa-wells
1,765 people
B 23 violations
B 18 violations
Leflore Company Rwd #1
1,758 people
0 violations
Pawnee Company Rwd #2
1,775 people
0 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $600
Water Filtration $375
PFAS Treatment $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,125

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,125 (one-time) vs. $330 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 Company Rwd #1 (EPA ID: OK3003605) is a community water system in Oklahoma that serves approximately 1,765 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 3 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Kay Company Rwd #1 (OK3003605) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kay Company Rwd #1 water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Kay Company Rwd #1 has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Kay Company Rwd #1 serve?

Kay Company Rwd #1 serves approximately 1,765 people across 4 ZIP codes in Oklahoma.

Where does Kay Company Rwd #1 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Kay Company Rwd #1 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Kay Company Rwd #1 serve?
Kay Company Rwd #1 serves approximately 1,765 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Kay Company Rwd #1's water source?
Kay Company Rwd #1 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Kay Company Rwd #1's service area?
The Kay Company Rwd #1 service area has a median household income of $59,000. EPA EJScreen data classifies 64% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Kay Company Rwd #1 get its water?
Kay Company Rwd #1'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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