Is Broken Bow, OK Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Broken Bow, OK tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Contaminants including lithium have been detected at or below guideline thresholds.
Where Does Broken Bow Get Its Water?
Water in Broken Bow, OK is provided by 2 public water systems: BROKEN BOW PWA and MCCURTAIN CO. RWD #8 (MT. FORK WATER).
How Is Broken Bow Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration) and membrane filtration.
What's in Broken Bow Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Broken Bow public water systems. All detected levels fall at or below EPA health guidelines in this dataset.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 8:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFBA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 6:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Broken Bow
Current EPA monitoring data for Broken Bow shows contaminant levels within guideline thresholds across all ZIP codes in this dataset. As with all public water systems, sensitive populations may choose to use a certified filter for additional peace of mind.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Broken Bow Tap Water
Is Broken Bow tap water safe to drink?
Broken Bow tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Sensitive populations may still choose to use a certified filter as a precaution.
What contaminants are in Broken Bow tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Broken Bow water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, 8:2 FTS. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Broken Bow get its drinking water?
Broken Bow receives water from 2 public water systems, including BROKEN BOW PWA.
Do I need a water filter in Broken Bow?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Broken Bow. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is Broken Bow tap water tested?
Public water systems in Broken Bow are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2025-10-08.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Broken Bow
- 74728 - Broken Bow tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving Broken Bow, OK
Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.
- MCCURTAIN CO. RWD #8 (MT. FORK WATER)Some concern
Also covers / overlaps with
- Broken Bow CCD, OK · Township
- Finley-Rattan CCD, OK · Township
- Hochatown, OK
- North McCurtain CCD, OK · Township