F0/100

WALTERS PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 2,551 people · Oklahoma

Water Source
Surface Water
County
System ID
OK1011305
Violations
76

Contaminant Test Results

1 contaminant above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
Lead (90th percentile)
0.005 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

3

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, 2024 – December 31, 2024Enforcement: 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 WALTERS PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORITY

Is WALTERS PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORITY water safe to drink?

WALTERS PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORITY water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 76 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has WALTERS PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORITY detected?

1 contaminants were tested in WALTERS PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does WALTERS PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?

Yes, WALTERS PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORITY has 76 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, MR. 56 are health-based violations.

How many people does WALTERS PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORITY serve?

WALTERS PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORITY serves approximately 2,551 people, Oklahoma.

What type of water does WALTERS PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORITY provide?

WALTERS PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORITY 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 OK1011305.

How does WALTERS PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Oklahoma?

WALTERS PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORITY 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.