F0/100
HINTON — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,600 people · Oklahoma
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
OK2000809
Violations
69
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Enforcement: 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: October 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: 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 HINTON
Is HINTON water safe to drink?
HINTON water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 69 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HINTON detected?
1 contaminants were tested in HINTON's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does HINTON have any EPA violations?
Yes, HINTON has 69 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, MR. 39 are health-based violations.
How many people does HINTON serve?
HINTON serves approximately 2,600 people, Oklahoma.
What type of water does HINTON provide?
HINTON sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OK2000809.
How does HINTON compare to other utilities in Oklahoma?
HINTON 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.