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CHECOTAH PWA — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 3,481 people · Oklahoma

Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
OK1020515
Violations
116

Contaminant Test Results

EPA Violation History

9

Violations (last 5yr)

6

Unresolved

3

Health-Related

TIER 2Unresolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: July 1, 2025 – September 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPRVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

Surface water treatment technique failure

When: July 1, 2025Verify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: June 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: June 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: April 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issuedVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: October 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issuedVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: July 1, 2024 – July 31, 2024Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: 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 CHECOTAH PWA

Is CHECOTAH PWA water safe to drink?

CHECOTAH PWA water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 116 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has CHECOTAH PWA detected?

31 contaminants were tested in CHECOTAH PWA's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does CHECOTAH PWA have any EPA violations?

Yes, CHECOTAH PWA has 116 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MCL, Other, MR. 105 are health-based violations.

How many people does CHECOTAH PWA serve?

CHECOTAH PWA serves approximately 3,481 people, Oklahoma.

What type of water does CHECOTAH PWA provide?

CHECOTAH PWA sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is OK1020515.

How does CHECOTAH PWA compare to other utilities in Oklahoma?

CHECOTAH PWA scores 0/100 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.