F13/100
ATOKA CO. RWD #3 (CANEY) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,500 people · Oklahoma
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
OK2000302
Violations
64
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.98 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024 – July 15, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – July 15, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 2, 2022 – July 17, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About ATOKA CO. RWD #3 (CANEY)
Is ATOKA CO. RWD #3 (CANEY) water safe to drink?
ATOKA CO. RWD #3 (CANEY) water receives a grade of F (13/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 64 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ATOKA CO. RWD #3 (CANEY) detected?
2 contaminants were tested in ATOKA CO. RWD #3 (CANEY)'s water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ATOKA CO. RWD #3 (CANEY) have any EPA violations?
Yes, ATOKA CO. RWD #3 (CANEY) has 64 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, RPT, TT. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does ATOKA CO. RWD #3 (CANEY) serve?
ATOKA CO. RWD #3 (CANEY) serves approximately 1,500 people, Oklahoma.
What type of water does ATOKA CO. RWD #3 (CANEY) provide?
ATOKA CO. RWD #3 (CANEY) sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OK2000302.
How does ATOKA CO. RWD #3 (CANEY) compare to other utilities in Oklahoma?
ATOKA CO. RWD #3 (CANEY) scores 13/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Oklahoma state page for a full comparison of water systems.