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Washington Company Rwd #5

EPA ID: OK3007409 · 900 people served · 5 ZIP codes

Five years of EPA monitoring have produced no violations for Washington Company Rwd #5 — the supplier serving 900 residents has kept every contaminant level within federal limits, a result that places it among the top-performing utilities for systems with a service population of comparable size.

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

900
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$180K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 3 (2021) to 35 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Washington Company Rwd #5 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$61,250
Median Household Income
37,682
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
66th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
63%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Washington Company Rwd #5 serves a community with a median household income of $61,250 and an estimated 37,682 residents across its service area. Approximately 63% 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?

Surface Water

Washington Company Rwd #5'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
28th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 3% of homes in Washington County, Oklahoma rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
23 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 68% 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. 3 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,825
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $250
Total Estimated Cost $2,675

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 $2,675 (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

Washington Company Rwd #5 (EPA ID: OK3007409) is a community water system in Oklahoma that serves approximately 900 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 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

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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: 4 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 Washington Company Rwd #5 (OK3007409) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Washington Company Rwd #5 water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Washington Company Rwd #5 serve?

Washington Company Rwd #5 serves approximately 900 people across 5 ZIP codes in Oklahoma.

Where does Washington Company Rwd #5 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Washington Company Rwd #5 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Washington Company Rwd #5 serve?
Washington Company Rwd #5 serves approximately 900 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Washington Company Rwd #5's water source?
Washington Company Rwd #5 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Washington Company Rwd #5's service area?
The Washington Company Rwd #5 service area has a median household income of $61,250. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Washington Company Rwd #5 get its water?
Washington Company Rwd #5'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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