Oklahoma – Trending Towns https://trendingtowns.com Whether you’re moving to a new town, or you just want to know more about your community, our tools and insights will help you stay informed about the place you call “home.” Mon, 03 Feb 2020 20:29:57 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.8.13 Newcastle, OK https://trendingtowns.com/newcastle-ok/ https://trendingtowns.com/newcastle-ok/#respond Mon, 03 Feb 2020 20:29:05 +0000 https://trendingtowns.com/?p=3231 Newcastle, OK

The City of Newcastle is home to an estimated 9,912 residents, and it’s located in McClain County, OK.

This report will help you become better acquainted with Newcastle and the surrounding area by addressing the following questions:

  • Are there any hazardous sites in McClain County, OK?
  • How clean is the air in McClain County, OK?
  • What’s the average radon level for homes in McClain County, OK?
  • Is the water in McClain County, OK safe to drink?

Hazardous Sites near Newcastle, OK

There is one Superfund site in McClain County, OK. Superfund sites, like Hardage/Criner in Criner, OK, are areas that have been contaminated with hazardous substances. If not for the cleanup efforts orchestrated by the EPA, these sites could endanger people living in nearby communities.

The EPA uses the Hazardous Ranking System (HRS) to quantify the risk a contaminated site poses to human health and the environment. Sites assigned HRS scores of 28.5 or greater qualify for placement on the National Priorities List (NPL), and are eligible to receive federal funding for cleanup efforts.

Before the EPA deletes a site from the NPL, it conducts reviews to ensure the cleanup was sufficient. As a result, some sites remain on the active site list long after cleanup activities are complete.

For more information about the Superfund site located in the Newcastle, OK area, be sure to review the map and background information provided below:


Map Legend:

40087

Hardage/Criner (HRS Score: 51)

The Hardage/Criner site is located in Criner, OK.

Contaminants found at the Hardage/Criner site include:

  • Barium
  • Benzene
  • Cadmium
  • Chromium
  • Lead

Air Quality in the Newcastle, OK Area

The two most widespread forms of air pollution are ozone (smog) and particle pollution (soot). Exposure to these harmful pollutants, for even just a short period, can have adverse effects on your health.

Thanks to data collected by air monitoring equipment located across the country, the American Lung Association (ALA) is able to assess and track our air quality using three metrics:

  • Ozone
  • Short-term Particle Pollution
  • Year-round Particle Pollution

In their 2019 annual report, the ALA rated the air quality in McClain County, OK as follows:

Ground-Level
Ozone Pollution

Grading Scale: A-F

Short-Term
Particle Pollution

Grading Scale: A-F

Year-Round
Particle Pollution

Grading Scale: Pass/Fail

DNC (Data Not Collected): Data on associated pollutants were not collected in this county or county equivalent.
INC (Incomplete): Associated pollutants are being monitored in this county or county equivalent, but data were insufficient to assign a grade.

Radon Levels in Newcastle, OK Area

Air quality inside your home can be impacted by a number of factors, including the presence of hazardous substances in building materials (asbestos, lead, formaldehyde, etc.) and local radon levels.

Radon is a naturally occurring gas you cannot see or smell. It can build up inside your home and negatively impact your indoor air quality as well as your health.

To provide a guideline, the EPA assigned one of three zones to each U.S. county and county equivalent:

  • Zone 1 (higher radon levels)
  • Zone 2 (moderate levels)
  • Zone 3 (lower levels)

The average indoor radon reading in McClain County, OK is predicted to be less than 2 picocuries per liter (pCi/L), so the county has been assigned EPA Radon Zone 3.

EPA Radon Zone

But, it's worth mentioning homes with elevated levels of radon have been found in all three radon zones. So, despite the fact Newcastle, OK is in EPA Radon Zone 3, you should have a radon test performed on any home you purchase in the area.

Water Quality in Newcastle, OK Area

In accordance with the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), the EPA sets regulatory limits for drinking water contaminants known to cause adverse health effects.

The following McClain County, OK water provider(s) violated the maximum allowable level for one or more regulated contaminants:

Filter ValueWater SystemContaminantHealth Effects
40087Goldsby Water Auth TrustNitrateInfants below the age of six months who drink water containing nitrate in excess of the MCL could become seriously ill and, if untreated, may die. Symptoms include shortness of breath and blue-baby syndrome. 
40087Goldsby Water Auth TrustTTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 
40087Mcclain Co RWD # 8BromateIncreased risk of cancer
40087WashingtonNitrateInfants below the age of six months who drink water containing nitrate in excess of the MCL could become seriously ill and, if untreated, may die. Symptoms include shortness of breath and blue-baby syndrome. 
40087WayneTTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 

In addition to setting enforceable standards for harmful contaminants, the EPA also established guidelines to assist public water providers in managing the taste, odor and color of their drinking water.

To find out more about what’s in your drinking water, contact your utility company and request a copy of the latest Consumer Confidence Report.


Sources and Methods

Hazardous Sites: Identified using a report from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), hazardous sites detailed on trendingtowns.com represent sites contained on the National Priorities List (NPL) as of November 25, 2019.  The NPL is the list of national priorities among the known releases or threatened releases of hazardous substances, pollutants, or contaminants throughout the United States and its territories.  All site-related data was sourced from the EPA.

Air Quality: Grades for ozone, short-term particle pollution, and year-round particle pollution were obtained from State of the Air 2019, a report compiled by the American Lung Association.

Radon Zones: Radon zone designations were obtained using a public use dataset provided by the EPA (September 11, 2019).

Water Quality: Drinking water violation data was sourced from the Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), a public use database provided by the EPA.  The dataset included violations submitted to the database as of the third quarter of 2019.

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Sapulpa, OK https://trendingtowns.com/sapulpa-ok/ https://trendingtowns.com/sapulpa-ok/#respond Mon, 03 Feb 2020 20:29:02 +0000 https://trendingtowns.com/?p=3230 Sapulpa, OK

The City of Sapulpa is home to an estimated 20,843 residents, and it’s located in Creek County, OK.

This report will help you become better acquainted with Sapulpa and the surrounding area by addressing the following questions:

  • Are there any hazardous sites in Creek County, OK?
  • How clean is the air in Creek County, OK?
  • What’s the average radon level for homes in Creek County, OK?
  • Is the water in Creek County, OK safe to drink?

Hazardous Sites near Sapulpa, OK

There is one Superfund site in Creek County, OK. Superfund sites, like Wilcox Oil Company in Creek County, OK, are areas that have been contaminated with hazardous substances. If not for the cleanup efforts orchestrated by the EPA, these sites could endanger people living in nearby communities.

The EPA uses the Hazardous Ranking System (HRS) to quantify the risk a contaminated site poses to human health and the environment. Sites assigned HRS scores of 28.5 or greater qualify for placement on the National Priorities List (NPL), and are eligible to receive federal funding for cleanup efforts.

Before the EPA deletes a site from the NPL, it conducts reviews to ensure the cleanup was sufficient. As a result, some sites remain on the active site list long after cleanup activities are complete.

For more information about the Superfund site located in the Sapulpa, OK area, be sure to review the map and background information provided below:


Map Legend:

40037

Wilcox Oil Company (HRS Score: 50)

The Wilcox Oil Company site is located in Creek County, OK.

Air Quality in the Sapulpa, OK Area

The two most widespread forms of air pollution are ozone (smog) and particle pollution (soot). Exposure to these harmful pollutants, for even just a short period, can have adverse effects on your health.

Thanks to data collected by air monitoring equipment located across the country, the American Lung Association (ALA) is able to assess and track our air quality using three metrics:

  • Ozone
  • Short-term Particle Pollution
  • Year-round Particle Pollution

In their 2019 annual report, the ALA rated the air quality in Creek County, OK as follows:

Ground-Level
Ozone Pollution

Grading Scale: A-F

Short-Term
Particle Pollution

Grading Scale: A-F

Year-Round
Particle Pollution

Grading Scale: Pass/Fail

DNC (Data Not Collected): Data on associated pollutants were not collected in this county or county equivalent.
INC (Incomplete): Associated pollutants are being monitored in this county or county equivalent, but data were insufficient to assign a grade.

Radon Levels in Sapulpa, OK Area

Air quality inside your home can be impacted by a number of factors, including the presence of hazardous substances in building materials (asbestos, lead, formaldehyde, etc.) and local radon levels.

Radon is a naturally occurring gas you cannot see or smell. It can build up inside your home and negatively impact your indoor air quality as well as your health.

To provide a guideline, the EPA assigned one of three zones to each U.S. county and county equivalent:

  • Zone 1 (higher radon levels)
  • Zone 2 (moderate levels)
  • Zone 3 (lower levels)

The average indoor radon reading in Creek County, OK is predicted to be less than 2 picocuries per liter (pCi/L), so the county has been assigned EPA Radon Zone 3.

EPA Radon Zone

But, it's worth mentioning homes with elevated levels of radon have been found in all three radon zones. So, despite the fact Sapulpa, OK is in EPA Radon Zone 3, you should have a radon test performed on any home you purchase in the area.

Water Quality in Sapulpa, OK Area

In accordance with the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), the EPA sets regulatory limits for drinking water contaminants known to cause adverse health effects.

The following Creek County, OK water provider(s) violated the maximum allowable level for one or more regulated contaminants:

Filter ValueWater SystemContaminantHealth Effects
40037Consolidated RWD #3 Creek CoTTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 
40037Creek Co RWD # 1TTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 
40037Creek Co RWD # 2Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Increased risk of cancer 
40037Creek Co RWD # 2TTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 
40037Creek Co RWD # 4TTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 
40037Creek Co RWD # 7ChloriteAnemia; infants, young children, and fetuses of pregnant women: nervous system effects 
40037Creek Co RWD # 7Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Increased risk of cancer 
40037Creek Co RWD # 7TTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 
40037MannfordTotal Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Increased risk of cancer 
40037MannfordTTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 
40037SapulpaTTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 

In addition to setting enforceable standards for harmful contaminants, the EPA also established guidelines to assist public water providers in managing the taste, odor and color of their drinking water.

To find out more about what’s in your drinking water, contact your utility company and request a copy of the latest Consumer Confidence Report.


Sources and Methods

Hazardous Sites: Identified using a report from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), hazardous sites detailed on trendingtowns.com represent sites contained on the National Priorities List (NPL) as of November 25, 2019.  The NPL is the list of national priorities among the known releases or threatened releases of hazardous substances, pollutants, or contaminants throughout the United States and its territories.  All site-related data was sourced from the EPA.

Air Quality: Grades for ozone, short-term particle pollution, and year-round particle pollution were obtained from State of the Air 2019, a report compiled by the American Lung Association.

Radon Zones: Radon zone designations were obtained using a public use dataset provided by the EPA (September 11, 2019).

Water Quality: Drinking water violation data was sourced from the Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), a public use database provided by the EPA.  The dataset included violations submitted to the database as of the third quarter of 2019.

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Anadarko, OK https://trendingtowns.com/anadarko-ok/ https://trendingtowns.com/anadarko-ok/#respond Mon, 03 Feb 2020 20:29:00 +0000 https://trendingtowns.com/?p=3229 Anadarko, OK

The City of Anadarko is home to an estimated 6,622 residents, and it’s located in Caddo County, OK.

This report will help you become better acquainted with Anadarko and the surrounding area by addressing the following questions:

  • Are there any hazardous sites in Caddo County, OK?
  • How clean is the air in Caddo County, OK?
  • What’s the average radon level for homes in Caddo County, OK?
  • Is the water in Caddo County, OK safe to drink?

Hazardous Sites near Anadarko, OK

There is one Superfund site in Caddo County, OK. Superfund sites, like Oklahoma Refining Co. in Cyril, OK, are areas that have been contaminated with hazardous substances. If not for the cleanup efforts orchestrated by the EPA, these sites could endanger people living in nearby communities.

The EPA uses the Hazardous Ranking System (HRS) to quantify the risk a contaminated site poses to human health and the environment. Sites assigned HRS scores of 28.5 or greater qualify for placement on the National Priorities List (NPL), and are eligible to receive federal funding for cleanup efforts.

Before the EPA deletes a site from the NPL, it conducts reviews to ensure the cleanup was sufficient. As a result, some sites remain on the active site list long after cleanup activities are complete.

For more information about the Superfund site located in the Anadarko, OK area, be sure to review the map and background information provided below:


Map Legend:

40015

Oklahoma Refining Co. (HRS Score: 46)

The Oklahoma Refining Co. site is located in Cyril, OK.

Contaminants found at the Oklahoma Refining Co. site include:

  • Arsenic
  • Barium
  • Benzene
  • Beryllium
  • Cadmium

Air Quality in the Anadarko, OK Area

The two most widespread forms of air pollution are ozone (smog) and particle pollution (soot). Exposure to these harmful pollutants, for even just a short period, can have adverse effects on your health.

Thanks to data collected by air monitoring equipment located across the country, the American Lung Association (ALA) is able to assess and track our air quality using three metrics:

  • Ozone
  • Short-term Particle Pollution
  • Year-round Particle Pollution

In their 2019 annual report, the ALA rated the air quality in Caddo County, OK as follows:

Ground-Level
Ozone Pollution

Grading Scale: A-F

Short-Term
Particle Pollution

Grading Scale: A-F

Year-Round
Particle Pollution

Grading Scale: Pass/Fail

DNC (Data Not Collected): Data on associated pollutants were not collected in this county or county equivalent.
INC (Incomplete): Associated pollutants are being monitored in this county or county equivalent, but data were insufficient to assign a grade.

Radon Levels in Anadarko, OK Area

Air quality inside your home can be impacted by a number of factors, including the presence of hazardous substances in building materials (asbestos, lead, formaldehyde, etc.) and local radon levels.

Radon is a naturally occurring gas you cannot see or smell. It can build up inside your home and negatively impact your indoor air quality as well as your health.

To provide a guideline, the EPA assigned one of three zones to each U.S. county and county equivalent:

  • Zone 1 (higher radon levels)
  • Zone 2 (moderate levels)
  • Zone 3 (lower levels)

The average indoor radon reading in Caddo County, OK is predicted to be less than 2 picocuries per liter (pCi/L), so the county has been assigned EPA Radon Zone 3.

EPA Radon Zone

But, it's worth mentioning homes with elevated levels of radon have been found in all three radon zones. So, despite the fact Anadarko, OK is in EPA Radon Zone 3, you should have a radon test performed on any home you purchase in the area.

Water Quality in Anadarko, OK Area

In accordance with the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), the EPA sets regulatory limits for drinking water contaminants known to cause adverse health effects.

The following Caddo County, OK water provider(s) violated the maximum allowable level for one or more regulated contaminants:

Filter ValueWater SystemContaminantHealth Effects
40015Anadarko Public Works AuthorityTTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 
40015ApacheCombined UraniumIncreased risk of cancer, kidney toxicity 
40015ApacheGross Alpha, Excl. Radon and UIncreased risk of cancer
40015BridgeportGross Alpha, Excl. Radon and UIncreased risk of cancer
40015Caddo Co RWD #1 (Lookeba)ArsenicSkin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer
40015CarnegieNitrateInfants below the age of six months who drink water containing nitrate in excess of the MCL could become seriously ill and, if untreated, may die. Symptoms include shortness of breath and blue-baby syndrome. 
40015Eakly Development CorpArsenicSkin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer
40015Eakly Development CorpNitrateInfants below the age of six months who drink water containing nitrate in excess of the MCL could become seriously ill and, if untreated, may die. Symptoms include shortness of breath and blue-baby syndrome. 
40015HintonArsenicSkin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer
40015Hydro PWANitrateInfants below the age of six months who drink water containing nitrate in excess of the MCL could become seriously ill and, if untreated, may die. Symptoms include shortness of breath and blue-baby syndrome. 
40015Hydro PWANitrate-NitriteInfants below the age of six months who drink water containing nitrate in excess of the MCL could become seriously ill and, if untreated, may die. Symptoms include shortness of breath and blue-baby syndrome.; Infants below the age of six months who drink water containing nitrite in excess of the MCL could become seriously ill and, if untreated, may die. Symptoms include shortness of breath and blue-baby syndrome.

In addition to setting enforceable standards for harmful contaminants, the EPA also established guidelines to assist public water providers in managing the taste, odor and color of their drinking water.

To find out more about what’s in your drinking water, contact your utility company and request a copy of the latest Consumer Confidence Report.


Sources and Methods

Hazardous Sites: Identified using a report from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), hazardous sites detailed on trendingtowns.com represent sites contained on the National Priorities List (NPL) as of November 25, 2019.  The NPL is the list of national priorities among the known releases or threatened releases of hazardous substances, pollutants, or contaminants throughout the United States and its territories.  All site-related data was sourced from the EPA.

Air Quality: Grades for ozone, short-term particle pollution, and year-round particle pollution were obtained from State of the Air 2019, a report compiled by the American Lung Association.

Radon Zones: Radon zone designations were obtained using a public use dataset provided by the EPA (September 11, 2019).

Water Quality: Drinking water violation data was sourced from the Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), a public use database provided by the EPA.  The dataset included violations submitted to the database as of the third quarter of 2019.

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Oklahoma City, OK https://trendingtowns.com/oklahoma-city-ok/ https://trendingtowns.com/oklahoma-city-ok/#respond Mon, 03 Feb 2020 20:28:44 +0000 https://trendingtowns.com/?p=3232 Oklahoma City, OK

Oklahoma City is home to an estimated 643,648 residents, and it’s located in Oklahoma County, OK.

This report will help you become better acquainted with Oklahoma City and the surrounding area by addressing the following questions:

  • Are there any hazardous sites in Oklahoma County, OK?
  • How clean is the air in Oklahoma County, OK?
  • What’s the average radon level for homes in Oklahoma County, OK?
  • Is the water in Oklahoma County, OK safe to drink?

Hazardous Sites near Oklahoma City, OK

There are two Superfund sites in Oklahoma County, OK. Superfund sites, like Eagle Industries in Midwest City, OK, are areas that have been contaminated with hazardous substances. If not for the cleanup efforts orchestrated by the EPA, these sites could endanger people living in nearby communities.

The EPA uses the Hazardous Ranking System (HRS) to quantify the risk a contaminated site poses to human health and the environment. Sites assigned HRS scores of 28.5 or greater qualify for placement on the National Priorities List (NPL), and are eligible to receive federal funding for cleanup efforts.

Before the EPA deletes a site from the NPL, it conducts reviews to ensure the cleanup was sufficient. As a result, some sites remain on the active site list long after cleanup activities are complete.

For more information about the Superfund sites located in the Oklahoma City, OK area, be sure to review the map and background information provided below:


Map Legend:

40109

A. Eagle Industries (HRS Score: 50)

The Eagle Industries site is located in Midwest City, OK.

40109

B. Tinker Air Force Base (Soldier Creek/Building 3001) (HRS Score: 42)

The Tinker Air Force Base (Soldier Creek/Building 3001) site, an aircraft rebuilding and refurbishing facility, is located in Oklahoma City, OK.

Contaminants found at the Tinker Air Force Base (Soldier Creek/Building 3001) site include:

  • Barium
  • Benzene
  • Cadmium
  • Chloroform
  • Chromium

Air Quality in the Oklahoma City, OK Area

The two most widespread forms of air pollution are ozone (smog) and particle pollution (soot). Exposure to these harmful pollutants, for even just a short period, can have adverse effects on your health.

Thanks to data collected by air monitoring equipment located across the country, the American Lung Association (ALA) is able to assess and track our air quality using three metrics:

  • Ozone
  • Short-term Particle Pollution
  • Year-round Particle Pollution

In their 2019 annual report, the ALA rated the air quality in Oklahoma County, OK as follows:

Ground-Level
Ozone Pollution

Grading Scale: A-F

Short-Term
Particle Pollution

Grading Scale: A-F

Year-Round
Particle Pollution

Grading Scale: Pass/Fail

Radon Levels in Oklahoma City, OK Area

Air quality inside your home can be impacted by a number of factors, including the presence of hazardous substances in building materials (asbestos, lead, formaldehyde, etc.) and local radon levels.

Radon is a naturally occurring gas you cannot see or smell. It can build up inside your home and negatively impact your indoor air quality as well as your health.

To provide a guideline, the EPA assigned one of three zones to each U.S. county and county equivalent:

  • Zone 1 (higher radon levels)
  • Zone 2 (moderate levels)
  • Zone 3 (lower levels)

The average indoor radon reading in Oklahoma County, OK is predicted to be less than 2 picocuries per liter (pCi/L), so the county has been assigned EPA Radon Zone 3.

EPA Radon Zone

But, it's worth mentioning homes with elevated levels of radon have been found in all three radon zones. So, despite the fact Oklahoma City, OK is in EPA Radon Zone 3, you should have a radon test performed on any home you purchase in the area.

Water Quality in Oklahoma City, OK Area

In accordance with the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), the EPA sets regulatory limits for drinking water contaminants known to cause adverse health effects.

The following Oklahoma County, OK water provider(s) violated the maximum allowable level for one or more regulated contaminants:

Filter ValueWater SystemContaminantHealth Effects
40109BethanyTTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 
40109Deer Creek Rural Water CorpChromiumAllergic dermatitis 
40109Deer Creek Rural Water CorpCombined UraniumIncreased risk of cancer, kidney toxicity 
40109Deer Creek Rural Water CorpGross Alpha, Excl. Radon and UIncreased risk of cancer
40109Deer Creek Rural Water CorpSeleniumHair or fingernail loss; numbness in fingers or toes; circulatory problems 
40109Del CityTTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 
40109Edmond PWA - ArcadiaArsenicSkin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer
40109Edmond PWA - ArcadiaCombined UraniumIncreased risk of cancer, kidney toxicity 
40109Edmond PWA - ArcadiaGross Alpha, Excl. Radon and UIncreased risk of cancer
40109HarrahCombined UraniumIncreased risk of cancer, kidney toxicity 
40109HarrahGross Alpha, Excl. Radon and UIncreased risk of cancer
40109Holliday Outt MHPCombined UraniumIncreased risk of cancer, kidney toxicity 
40109Midwest CityTTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 
40109Nichols HillsArsenicSkin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer
40109Nichols HillsCombined UraniumIncreased risk of cancer, kidney toxicity 
40109Nichols HillsGross Alpha, Excl. Radon and UIncreased risk of cancer
40109Nichols HillsSeleniumHair or fingernail loss; numbness in fingers or toes; circulatory problems 
40109Okla Christian UniversityArsenicSkin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer
40109Okla Christian UniversityGross Alpha, Excl. Radon and UIncreased risk of cancer
40109Tinker Afb Bio-Env EngFluorideBone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth 
40109Village Oaks MHPTTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 

In addition to setting enforceable standards for harmful contaminants, the EPA also established guidelines to assist public water providers in managing the taste, odor and color of their drinking water.

To find out more about what’s in your drinking water, contact your utility company and request a copy of the latest Consumer Confidence Report.


Sources and Methods

Hazardous Sites: Identified using a report from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), hazardous sites detailed on trendingtowns.com represent sites contained on the National Priorities List (NPL) as of November 25, 2019.  The NPL is the list of national priorities among the known releases or threatened releases of hazardous substances, pollutants, or contaminants throughout the United States and its territories.  All site-related data was sourced from the EPA.

Air Quality: Grades for ozone, short-term particle pollution, and year-round particle pollution were obtained from State of the Air 2019, a report compiled by the American Lung Association.

Radon Zones: Radon zone designations were obtained using a public use dataset provided by the EPA (September 11, 2019).

Water Quality: Drinking water violation data was sourced from the Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), a public use database provided by the EPA.  The dataset included violations submitted to the database as of the third quarter of 2019.

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Miami, OK https://trendingtowns.com/miami-ok/ https://trendingtowns.com/miami-ok/#respond Mon, 03 Feb 2020 20:28:42 +0000 https://trendingtowns.com/?p=3233 Miami, OK

The City of Miami is home to an estimated 13,212 residents, and it’s located in Ottawa County, OK.

This report will help you become better acquainted with Miami and the surrounding area by addressing the following questions:

  • Are there any hazardous sites in Ottawa County, OK?
  • How clean is the air in Ottawa County, OK?
  • What’s the average radon level for homes in Ottawa County, OK?
  • Is the water in Ottawa County, OK safe to drink?

Hazardous Sites near Miami, OK

There is one Superfund site in Ottawa County, OK. Superfund sites, like Tar Creek (Ottawa County) in Ottawa County, OK, are areas that have been contaminated with hazardous substances. If not for the cleanup efforts orchestrated by the EPA, these sites could endanger people living in nearby communities.

The EPA uses the Hazardous Ranking System (HRS) to quantify the risk a contaminated site poses to human health and the environment. Sites assigned HRS scores of 28.5 or greater qualify for placement on the National Priorities List (NPL), and are eligible to receive federal funding for cleanup efforts.

Before the EPA deletes a site from the NPL, it conducts reviews to ensure the cleanup was sufficient. As a result, some sites remain on the active site list long after cleanup activities are complete.

For more information about the Superfund site located in the Miami, OK area, be sure to review the map and background information provided below:


Map Legend:

40115

Tar Creek (Ottawa County) (HRS Score: 58)

The Tar Creek (Ottawa County) site is located in Ottawa County, OK.

Contaminants found at the Tar Creek (Ottawa County) site include:

  • Cadmium
  • Iron
  • Lead
  • Zinc

Air Quality in the Miami, OK Area

The two most widespread forms of air pollution are ozone (smog) and particle pollution (soot). Exposure to these harmful pollutants, for even just a short period, can have adverse effects on your health.

Thanks to data collected by air monitoring equipment located across the country, the American Lung Association (ALA) is able to assess and track our air quality using three metrics:

  • Ozone
  • Short-term Particle Pollution
  • Year-round Particle Pollution

In their 2019 annual report, the ALA rated the air quality in Ottawa County, OK as follows:

Ground-Level
Ozone Pollution

Grading Scale: A-F

Short-Term
Particle Pollution

Grading Scale: A-F

Year-Round
Particle Pollution

Grading Scale: Pass/Fail

DNC (Data Not Collected): Data on associated pollutants were not collected in this county or county equivalent.
INC (Incomplete): Associated pollutants are being monitored in this county or county equivalent, but data were insufficient to assign a grade.

Radon Levels in Miami, OK Area

Air quality inside your home can be impacted by a number of factors, including the presence of hazardous substances in building materials (asbestos, lead, formaldehyde, etc.) and local radon levels.

Radon is a naturally occurring gas you cannot see or smell. It can build up inside your home and negatively impact your indoor air quality as well as your health.

To provide a guideline, the EPA assigned one of three zones to each U.S. county and county equivalent:

  • Zone 1 (higher radon levels)
  • Zone 2 (moderate levels)
  • Zone 3 (lower levels)

The average indoor radon reading in Ottawa County, OK is predicted to be less than 2 picocuries per liter (pCi/L), so the county has been assigned EPA Radon Zone 3.

EPA Radon Zone

But, it's worth mentioning homes with elevated levels of radon have been found in all three radon zones. So, despite the fact Miami, OK is in EPA Radon Zone 3, you should have a radon test performed on any home you purchase in the area.

Water Quality in Miami, OK Area

In accordance with the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), the EPA sets regulatory limits for drinking water contaminants known to cause adverse health effects.

The following Ottawa County, OK water provider(s) violated the maximum allowable level for one or more regulated contaminants:

Filter ValueWater SystemContaminantHealth Effects
40115Afton PWATotal Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Increased risk of cancer 
40115Afton PWATTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 
40115Fairland Public Works AuthorityCombined Radium (-226 and -228)Increased risk of cancer 

In addition to setting enforceable standards for harmful contaminants, the EPA also established guidelines to assist public water providers in managing the taste, odor and color of their drinking water.

To find out more about what’s in your drinking water, contact your utility company and request a copy of the latest Consumer Confidence Report.


Sources and Methods

Hazardous Sites: Identified using a report from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), hazardous sites detailed on trendingtowns.com represent sites contained on the National Priorities List (NPL) as of November 25, 2019.  The NPL is the list of national priorities among the known releases or threatened releases of hazardous substances, pollutants, or contaminants throughout the United States and its territories.  All site-related data was sourced from the EPA.

Air Quality: Grades for ozone, short-term particle pollution, and year-round particle pollution were obtained from State of the Air 2019, a report compiled by the American Lung Association.

Radon Zones: Radon zone designations were obtained using a public use dataset provided by the EPA (September 11, 2019).

Water Quality: Drinking water violation data was sourced from the Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), a public use database provided by the EPA.  The dataset included violations submitted to the database as of the third quarter of 2019.

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Tulsa, OK https://trendingtowns.com/tulsa-ok/ https://trendingtowns.com/tulsa-ok/#respond Mon, 03 Feb 2020 20:28:17 +0000 https://trendingtowns.com/?p=3234 Tulsa, OK

The City of Tulsa is home to an estimated 401,800 residents, and it’s located in Tulsa County, OK.

This report will help you become better acquainted with Tulsa and the surrounding area by addressing the following questions:

  • Are there any hazardous sites in Tulsa County, OK?
  • How clean is the air in Tulsa County, OK?
  • What’s the average radon level for homes in Tulsa County, OK?
  • Is the water in Tulsa County, OK safe to drink?

Hazardous Sites near Tulsa, OK

There is one Superfund site in Tulsa County, OK. Superfund sites, like Tulsa Fuel and Manufacturing in Collinsville, OK, are areas that have been contaminated with hazardous substances. If not for the cleanup efforts orchestrated by the EPA, these sites could endanger people living in nearby communities.

The EPA uses the Hazardous Ranking System (HRS) to quantify the risk a contaminated site poses to human health and the environment. Sites assigned HRS scores of 28.5 or greater qualify for placement on the National Priorities List (NPL), and are eligible to receive federal funding for cleanup efforts.

Before the EPA deletes a site from the NPL, it conducts reviews to ensure the cleanup was sufficient. As a result, some sites remain on the active site list long after cleanup activities are complete.

For more information about the Superfund site located in the Tulsa, OK area, be sure to review the map and background information provided below:


Map Legend:

40143

Tulsa Fuel and Manufacturing (HRS Score: 50)

The Tulsa Fuel and Manufacturing site, where a zinc smelter operated from 1914 to 1925, is located in Collinsville, OK.

Contaminants found at the Tulsa Fuel and Manufacturing site include:

  • Arsenic
  • Cadmium
  • Lead
  • Zinc

Air Quality in the Tulsa, OK Area

The two most widespread forms of air pollution are ozone (smog) and particle pollution (soot). Exposure to these harmful pollutants, for even just a short period, can have adverse effects on your health.

Thanks to data collected by air monitoring equipment located across the country, the American Lung Association (ALA) is able to assess and track our air quality using three metrics:

  • Ozone
  • Short-term Particle Pollution
  • Year-round Particle Pollution

In their 2019 annual report, the ALA rated the air quality in Tulsa County, OK as follows:

Ground-Level
Ozone Pollution

Grading Scale: A-F

Short-Term
Particle Pollution

Grading Scale: A-F

Year-Round
Particle Pollution

Grading Scale: Pass/Fail

Radon Levels in Tulsa, OK Area

Air quality inside your home can be impacted by a number of factors, including the presence of hazardous substances in building materials (asbestos, lead, formaldehyde, etc.) and local radon levels.

Radon is a naturally occurring gas you cannot see or smell. It can build up inside your home and negatively impact your indoor air quality as well as your health.

To provide a guideline, the EPA assigned one of three zones to each U.S. county and county equivalent:

  • Zone 1 (higher radon levels)
  • Zone 2 (moderate levels)
  • Zone 3 (lower levels)

The average indoor radon reading in Tulsa County, OK is predicted to be less than 2 picocuries per liter (pCi/L), so the county has been assigned EPA Radon Zone 3.

EPA Radon Zone

But, it's worth mentioning homes with elevated levels of radon have been found in all three radon zones. So, despite the fact Tulsa, OK is in EPA Radon Zone 3, you should have a radon test performed on any home you purchase in the area.

Water Quality in Tulsa, OK Area

In accordance with the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), the EPA sets regulatory limits for drinking water contaminants known to cause adverse health effects.

The following Tulsa County, OK water provider(s) violated the maximum allowable level for one or more regulated contaminants:

Filter ValueWater SystemContaminantHealth Effects
40143Broken Arrow Municipal AuthorityTotal Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Increased risk of cancer 
40143Broken Arrow Municipal AuthorityTTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 
40143CollinsvilleTotal Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Increased risk of cancer 
40143Sand SpringsTTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 

In addition to setting enforceable standards for harmful contaminants, the EPA also established guidelines to assist public water providers in managing the taste, odor and color of their drinking water.

To find out more about what’s in your drinking water, contact your utility company and request a copy of the latest Consumer Confidence Report.


Sources and Methods

Hazardous Sites: Identified using a report from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), hazardous sites detailed on trendingtowns.com represent sites contained on the National Priorities List (NPL) as of November 25, 2019.  The NPL is the list of national priorities among the known releases or threatened releases of hazardous substances, pollutants, or contaminants throughout the United States and its territories.  All site-related data was sourced from the EPA.

Air Quality: Grades for ozone, short-term particle pollution, and year-round particle pollution were obtained from State of the Air 2019, a report compiled by the American Lung Association.

Radon Zones: Radon zone designations were obtained using a public use dataset provided by the EPA (September 11, 2019).

Water Quality: Drinking water violation data was sourced from the Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), a public use database provided by the EPA.  The dataset included violations submitted to the database as of the third quarter of 2019.

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Norman, OK https://trendingtowns.com/norman-ok/ https://trendingtowns.com/norman-ok/#respond Mon, 03 Feb 2020 20:01:05 +0000 https://trendingtowns.com/?p=3577 Norman, OK

The City of Norman is home to an estimated 122,843 residents, and it’s located in Cleveland County, OK.

This report will help you become better acquainted with Norman and the surrounding area by addressing the following questions:

  • Are there any hazardous sites in Cleveland County, OK?
  • How clean is the air in Cleveland County, OK?
  • What’s the average radon level for homes in Cleveland County, OK?
  • Is the water in Cleveland County, OK safe to drink?

Hazardous Sites near Norman, OK

There are no Superfund sites in Cleveland County, OK. Superfund sites are areas that have been contaminated with hazardous substances. If not for the cleanup efforts orchestrated by the EPA, these sites could endanger people living in nearby communities.

The EPA uses the Hazardous Ranking System (HRS) to quantify the risk a contaminated site poses to human health and the environment. Sites assigned HRS scores of 28.5 or greater qualify for placement on the National Priorities List (NPL), and are eligible to receive federal funding for cleanup efforts.

Before the EPA deletes a site from the NPL, it conducts reviews to ensure the cleanup was sufficient. As a result, some sites remain on the active site list long after cleanup activities are complete.

Fortunately, there are no NPL sites in Cleveland County, OK. If you would like to learn the location of the nearest Superfund site, check out our free Hazardous Site Locator.

Air Quality in the Norman, OK Area

The two most widespread forms of air pollution are ozone (smog) and particle pollution (soot). Exposure to these harmful pollutants, for even just a short period, can have adverse effects on your health.

Thanks to data collected by air monitoring equipment located across the country, the American Lung Association (ALA) is able to assess and track our air quality using three metrics:

  • Ozone
  • Short-term Particle Pollution
  • Year-round Particle Pollution

In their 2019 annual report, the ALA rated the air quality in Cleveland County, OK as follows:

Ground-Level
Ozone Pollution

Grading Scale: A-F

Short-Term
Particle Pollution

Grading Scale: A-F

Year-Round
Particle Pollution

Grading Scale: Pass/Fail

Radon Levels in Norman, OK Area

Air quality inside your home can be impacted by a number of factors, including the presence of hazardous substances in building materials (asbestos, lead, formaldehyde, etc.) and local radon levels.

Radon is a naturally occurring gas you cannot see or smell. It can build up inside your home and negatively impact your indoor air quality as well as your health.

To provide a guideline, the EPA assigned one of three zones to each U.S. county and county equivalent:

  • Zone 1 (higher radon levels)
  • Zone 2 (moderate levels)
  • Zone 3 (lower levels)

The average indoor radon reading in Cleveland County, OK is predicted to be less than 2 picocuries per liter (pCi/L), so the county has been assigned EPA Radon Zone 3.

EPA Radon Zone

But, it's worth mentioning homes with elevated levels of radon have been found in all three radon zones. So, despite the fact Norman, OK is in EPA Radon Zone 3, you should have a radon test performed on any home you purchase in the area.

Water Quality in Norman, OK Area

In accordance with the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), the EPA sets regulatory limits for drinking water contaminants known to cause adverse health effects.

The following Cleveland County, OK water provider(s) violated the maximum allowable level for one or more regulated contaminants:

Filter ValueWater SystemContaminantHealth Effects
40027Clearview MHCArsenicSkin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer
40027Clearview MHCGross Alpha, Excl. Radon and UIncreased risk of cancer
40027LexingtonTrichloroethyleneLiver problems; increased risk of cancer 
40027Magnolia ParkGross Alpha, Excl. Radon and UIncreased risk of cancer
40027MooreArsenicSkin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer
40027MooreCombined UraniumIncreased risk of cancer, kidney toxicity 
40027MooreSeleniumHair or fingernail loss; numbness in fingers or toes; circulatory problems 
40027NormanArsenicSkin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer
40027NormanCombined UraniumIncreased risk of cancer, kidney toxicity 
40027NormanFluorideBone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth 
40027NormanGross Alpha, Excl. Radon and UIncreased risk of cancer
40027Pecan Tree Water AssnCombined UraniumIncreased risk of cancer, kidney toxicity 
40027Pecan Tree Water AssnGross Alpha, Excl. Radon and UIncreased risk of cancer

In addition to setting enforceable standards for harmful contaminants, the EPA also established guidelines to assist public water providers in managing the taste, odor and color of their drinking water.

To find out more about what’s in your drinking water, contact your utility company and request a copy of the latest Consumer Confidence Report.


Sources and Methods

Hazardous Sites: Identified using a report from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), hazardous sites detailed on trendingtowns.com represent sites contained on the National Priorities List (NPL) as of November 25, 2019.  The NPL is the list of national priorities among the known releases or threatened releases of hazardous substances, pollutants, or contaminants throughout the United States and its territories.  All site-related data was sourced from the EPA.

Air Quality: Grades for ozone, short-term particle pollution, and year-round particle pollution were obtained from State of the Air 2019, a report compiled by the American Lung Association.

Radon Zones: Radon zone designations were obtained using a public use dataset provided by the EPA (September 11, 2019).

Water Quality: Drinking water violation data was sourced from the Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), a public use database provided by the EPA.  The dataset included violations submitted to the database as of the third quarter of 2019.

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Broken Arrow, OK https://trendingtowns.com/broken-arrow-ok/ https://trendingtowns.com/broken-arrow-ok/#respond Mon, 03 Feb 2020 20:00:41 +0000 https://trendingtowns.com/?p=3578 Broken Arrow, OK

The City of Broken Arrow is home to an estimated 108,303 residents, and it’s located in Tulsa County, OK.

This report will help you become better acquainted with Broken Arrow and the surrounding area by addressing the following questions:

  • Are there any hazardous sites in Tulsa County, OK?
  • How clean is the air in Tulsa County, OK?
  • What’s the average radon level for homes in Tulsa County, OK?
  • Is the water in Tulsa County, OK safe to drink?

Hazardous Sites near Broken Arrow, OK

There is one Superfund site in Tulsa County, OK. Superfund sites, like Tulsa Fuel and Manufacturing in Collinsville, OK, are areas that have been contaminated with hazardous substances. If not for the cleanup efforts orchestrated by the EPA, these sites could endanger people living in nearby communities.

The EPA uses the Hazardous Ranking System (HRS) to quantify the risk a contaminated site poses to human health and the environment. Sites assigned HRS scores of 28.5 or greater qualify for placement on the National Priorities List (NPL), and are eligible to receive federal funding for cleanup efforts.

Before the EPA deletes a site from the NPL, it conducts reviews to ensure the cleanup was sufficient. As a result, some sites remain on the active site list long after cleanup activities are complete.

For more information about the Superfund site located in the Broken Arrow, OK area, be sure to review the map and background information provided below:


Map Legend:

40143

Tulsa Fuel and Manufacturing (HRS Score: 50)

The Tulsa Fuel and Manufacturing site, where a zinc smelter operated from 1914 to 1925, is located in Collinsville, OK.

Contaminants found at the Tulsa Fuel and Manufacturing site include:

  • Arsenic
  • Cadmium
  • Lead
  • Zinc

Air Quality in the Broken Arrow, OK Area

The two most widespread forms of air pollution are ozone (smog) and particle pollution (soot). Exposure to these harmful pollutants, for even just a short period, can have adverse effects on your health.

Thanks to data collected by air monitoring equipment located across the country, the American Lung Association (ALA) is able to assess and track our air quality using three metrics:

  • Ozone
  • Short-term Particle Pollution
  • Year-round Particle Pollution

In their 2019 annual report, the ALA rated the air quality in Tulsa County, OK as follows:

Ground-Level
Ozone Pollution

Grading Scale: A-F

Short-Term
Particle Pollution

Grading Scale: A-F

Year-Round
Particle Pollution

Grading Scale: Pass/Fail

Radon Levels in Broken Arrow, OK Area

Air quality inside your home can be impacted by a number of factors, including the presence of hazardous substances in building materials (asbestos, lead, formaldehyde, etc.) and local radon levels.

Radon is a naturally occurring gas you cannot see or smell. It can build up inside your home and negatively impact your indoor air quality as well as your health.

To provide a guideline, the EPA assigned one of three zones to each U.S. county and county equivalent:

  • Zone 1 (higher radon levels)
  • Zone 2 (moderate levels)
  • Zone 3 (lower levels)

The average indoor radon reading in Tulsa County, OK is predicted to be less than 2 picocuries per liter (pCi/L), so the county has been assigned EPA Radon Zone 3.

EPA Radon Zone

But, it's worth mentioning homes with elevated levels of radon have been found in all three radon zones. So, despite the fact Broken Arrow, OK is in EPA Radon Zone 3, you should have a radon test performed on any home you purchase in the area.

Water Quality in Broken Arrow, OK Area

In accordance with the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), the EPA sets regulatory limits for drinking water contaminants known to cause adverse health effects.

The following Tulsa County, OK water provider(s) violated the maximum allowable level for one or more regulated contaminants:

Filter ValueWater SystemContaminantHealth Effects
40143Broken Arrow Municipal AuthorityTotal Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Increased risk of cancer 
40143Broken Arrow Municipal AuthorityTTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 
40143CollinsvilleTotal Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Increased risk of cancer 
40143Sand SpringsTTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 

In addition to setting enforceable standards for harmful contaminants, the EPA also established guidelines to assist public water providers in managing the taste, odor and color of their drinking water.

To find out more about what’s in your drinking water, contact your utility company and request a copy of the latest Consumer Confidence Report.


Sources and Methods

Hazardous Sites: Identified using a report from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), hazardous sites detailed on trendingtowns.com represent sites contained on the National Priorities List (NPL) as of November 25, 2019.  The NPL is the list of national priorities among the known releases or threatened releases of hazardous substances, pollutants, or contaminants throughout the United States and its territories.  All site-related data was sourced from the EPA.

Air Quality: Grades for ozone, short-term particle pollution, and year-round particle pollution were obtained from State of the Air 2019, a report compiled by the American Lung Association.

Radon Zones: Radon zone designations were obtained using a public use dataset provided by the EPA (September 11, 2019).

Water Quality: Drinking water violation data was sourced from the Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), a public use database provided by the EPA.  The dataset included violations submitted to the database as of the third quarter of 2019.

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Lawton, OK https://trendingtowns.com/lawton-ok/ https://trendingtowns.com/lawton-ok/#respond Mon, 03 Feb 2020 20:00:40 +0000 https://trendingtowns.com/?p=3579 Lawton, OK

The City of Lawton is home to an estimated 93,714 residents, and it’s located in Comanche County, OK.

This report will help you become better acquainted with Lawton and the surrounding area by addressing the following questions:

  • Are there any hazardous sites in Comanche County, OK?
  • How clean is the air in Comanche County, OK?
  • What’s the average radon level for homes in Comanche County, OK?
  • Is the water in Comanche County, OK safe to drink?

Hazardous Sites near Lawton, OK

There are no Superfund sites in Comanche County, OK. Superfund sites are areas that have been contaminated with hazardous substances. If not for the cleanup efforts orchestrated by the EPA, these sites could endanger people living in nearby communities.

The EPA uses the Hazardous Ranking System (HRS) to quantify the risk a contaminated site poses to human health and the environment. Sites assigned HRS scores of 28.5 or greater qualify for placement on the National Priorities List (NPL), and are eligible to receive federal funding for cleanup efforts.

Before the EPA deletes a site from the NPL, it conducts reviews to ensure the cleanup was sufficient. As a result, some sites remain on the active site list long after cleanup activities are complete.

Fortunately, there are no NPL sites in Comanche County, OK. If you would like to learn the location of the nearest Superfund site, check out our free Hazardous Site Locator.

Air Quality in the Lawton, OK Area

The two most widespread forms of air pollution are ozone (smog) and particle pollution (soot). Exposure to these harmful pollutants, for even just a short period, can have adverse effects on your health.

Thanks to data collected by air monitoring equipment located across the country, the American Lung Association (ALA) is able to assess and track our air quality using three metrics:

  • Ozone
  • Short-term Particle Pollution
  • Year-round Particle Pollution

In their 2019 annual report, the ALA rated the air quality in Comanche County, OK as follows:

Ground-Level
Ozone Pollution

Grading Scale: A-F

Short-Term
Particle Pollution

Grading Scale: A-F

Year-Round
Particle Pollution

Grading Scale: Pass/Fail

Radon Levels in Lawton, OK Area

Air quality inside your home can be impacted by a number of factors, including the presence of hazardous substances in building materials (asbestos, lead, formaldehyde, etc.) and local radon levels.

Radon is a naturally occurring gas you cannot see or smell. It can build up inside your home and negatively impact your indoor air quality as well as your health.

To provide a guideline, the EPA assigned one of three zones to each U.S. county and county equivalent:

  • Zone 1 (higher radon levels)
  • Zone 2 (moderate levels)
  • Zone 3 (lower levels)

The average indoor radon reading in Comanche County, OK is predicted to be less than 2 picocuries per liter (pCi/L), so the county has been assigned EPA Radon Zone 3.

EPA Radon Zone

But, it's worth mentioning homes with elevated levels of radon have been found in all three radon zones. So, despite the fact Lawton, OK is in EPA Radon Zone 3, you should have a radon test performed on any home you purchase in the area.

Water Quality in Lawton, OK Area

In accordance with the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), the EPA sets regulatory limits for drinking water contaminants known to cause adverse health effects.

The following Comanche County, OK water provider(s) violated the maximum allowable level for one or more regulated contaminants:

Filter ValueWater SystemContaminantHealth Effects
40031CacheFluorideBone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth 
40031Chattanooga PWSNitrateInfants below the age of six months who drink water containing nitrate in excess of the MCL could become seriously ill and, if untreated, may die. Symptoms include shortness of breath and blue-baby syndrome. 
40031Comanche Co RWD #3NitrateInfants below the age of six months who drink water containing nitrate in excess of the MCL could become seriously ill and, if untreated, may die. Symptoms include shortness of breath and blue-baby syndrome. 
40031Comanche Co RWD #4TTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 
40031FletcherNitrateInfants below the age of six months who drink water containing nitrate in excess of the MCL could become seriously ill and, if untreated, may die. Symptoms include shortness of breath and blue-baby syndrome. 
40031Indiahoma Public Works AuthorityFluorideBone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth 
40031Indiahoma Public Works AuthorityTTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 
40031LawtonBromateIncreased risk of cancer
40031LawtonTTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 

In addition to setting enforceable standards for harmful contaminants, the EPA also established guidelines to assist public water providers in managing the taste, odor and color of their drinking water.

To find out more about what’s in your drinking water, contact your utility company and request a copy of the latest Consumer Confidence Report.


Sources and Methods

Hazardous Sites: Identified using a report from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), hazardous sites detailed on trendingtowns.com represent sites contained on the National Priorities List (NPL) as of November 25, 2019.  The NPL is the list of national priorities among the known releases or threatened releases of hazardous substances, pollutants, or contaminants throughout the United States and its territories.  All site-related data was sourced from the EPA.

Air Quality: Grades for ozone, short-term particle pollution, and year-round particle pollution were obtained from State of the Air 2019, a report compiled by the American Lung Association.

Radon Zones: Radon zone designations were obtained using a public use dataset provided by the EPA (September 11, 2019).

Water Quality: Drinking water violation data was sourced from the Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), a public use database provided by the EPA.  The dataset included violations submitted to the database as of the third quarter of 2019.

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Edmond, OK https://trendingtowns.com/edmond-ok/ https://trendingtowns.com/edmond-ok/#respond Mon, 03 Feb 2020 20:00:39 +0000 https://trendingtowns.com/?p=3580 Edmond, OK

The City of Edmond is home to an estimated 91,950 residents, and it’s located in Oklahoma County, OK.

This report will help you become better acquainted with Edmond and the surrounding area by addressing the following questions:

  • Are there any hazardous sites in Oklahoma County, OK?
  • How clean is the air in Oklahoma County, OK?
  • What’s the average radon level for homes in Oklahoma County, OK?
  • Is the water in Oklahoma County, OK safe to drink?

Hazardous Sites near Edmond, OK

There are two Superfund sites in Oklahoma County, OK. Superfund sites, like Eagle Industries in Midwest City, OK, are areas that have been contaminated with hazardous substances. If not for the cleanup efforts orchestrated by the EPA, these sites could endanger people living in nearby communities.

The EPA uses the Hazardous Ranking System (HRS) to quantify the risk a contaminated site poses to human health and the environment. Sites assigned HRS scores of 28.5 or greater qualify for placement on the National Priorities List (NPL), and are eligible to receive federal funding for cleanup efforts.

Before the EPA deletes a site from the NPL, it conducts reviews to ensure the cleanup was sufficient. As a result, some sites remain on the active site list long after cleanup activities are complete.

For more information about the Superfund sites located in the Edmond, OK area, be sure to review the map and background information provided below:


Map Legend:

40109

A. Eagle Industries (HRS Score: 50)

The Eagle Industries site is located in Midwest City, OK.

40109

B. Tinker Air Force Base (Soldier Creek/Building 3001) (HRS Score: 42)

The Tinker Air Force Base (Soldier Creek/Building 3001) site, an aircraft rebuilding and refurbishing facility, is located in Oklahoma City, OK.

Contaminants found at the Tinker Air Force Base (Soldier Creek/Building 3001) site include:

  • Barium
  • Benzene
  • Cadmium
  • Chloroform
  • Chromium

Air Quality in the Edmond, OK Area

The two most widespread forms of air pollution are ozone (smog) and particle pollution (soot). Exposure to these harmful pollutants, for even just a short period, can have adverse effects on your health.

Thanks to data collected by air monitoring equipment located across the country, the American Lung Association (ALA) is able to assess and track our air quality using three metrics:

  • Ozone
  • Short-term Particle Pollution
  • Year-round Particle Pollution

In their 2019 annual report, the ALA rated the air quality in Oklahoma County, OK as follows:

Ground-Level
Ozone Pollution

Grading Scale: A-F

Short-Term
Particle Pollution

Grading Scale: A-F

Year-Round
Particle Pollution

Grading Scale: Pass/Fail

Radon Levels in Edmond, OK Area

Air quality inside your home can be impacted by a number of factors, including the presence of hazardous substances in building materials (asbestos, lead, formaldehyde, etc.) and local radon levels.

Radon is a naturally occurring gas you cannot see or smell. It can build up inside your home and negatively impact your indoor air quality as well as your health.

To provide a guideline, the EPA assigned one of three zones to each U.S. county and county equivalent:

  • Zone 1 (higher radon levels)
  • Zone 2 (moderate levels)
  • Zone 3 (lower levels)

The average indoor radon reading in Oklahoma County, OK is predicted to be less than 2 picocuries per liter (pCi/L), so the county has been assigned EPA Radon Zone 3.

EPA Radon Zone

But, it's worth mentioning homes with elevated levels of radon have been found in all three radon zones. So, despite the fact Edmond, OK is in EPA Radon Zone 3, you should have a radon test performed on any home you purchase in the area.

Water Quality in Edmond, OK Area

In accordance with the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), the EPA sets regulatory limits for drinking water contaminants known to cause adverse health effects.

The following Oklahoma County, OK water provider(s) violated the maximum allowable level for one or more regulated contaminants:

Filter ValueWater SystemContaminantHealth Effects
40109BethanyTTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 
40109Deer Creek Rural Water CorpChromiumAllergic dermatitis 
40109Deer Creek Rural Water CorpCombined UraniumIncreased risk of cancer, kidney toxicity 
40109Deer Creek Rural Water CorpGross Alpha, Excl. Radon and UIncreased risk of cancer
40109Deer Creek Rural Water CorpSeleniumHair or fingernail loss; numbness in fingers or toes; circulatory problems 
40109Del CityTTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 
40109Edmond PWA - ArcadiaArsenicSkin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer
40109Edmond PWA - ArcadiaCombined UraniumIncreased risk of cancer, kidney toxicity 
40109Edmond PWA - ArcadiaGross Alpha, Excl. Radon and UIncreased risk of cancer
40109HarrahCombined UraniumIncreased risk of cancer, kidney toxicity 
40109HarrahGross Alpha, Excl. Radon and UIncreased risk of cancer
40109Holliday Outt MHPCombined UraniumIncreased risk of cancer, kidney toxicity 
40109Midwest CityTTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 
40109Nichols HillsArsenicSkin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer
40109Nichols HillsCombined UraniumIncreased risk of cancer, kidney toxicity 
40109Nichols HillsGross Alpha, Excl. Radon and UIncreased risk of cancer
40109Nichols HillsSeleniumHair or fingernail loss; numbness in fingers or toes; circulatory problems 
40109Okla Christian UniversityArsenicSkin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer
40109Okla Christian UniversityGross Alpha, Excl. Radon and UIncreased risk of cancer
40109Tinker Afb Bio-Env EngFluorideBone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth 
40109Village Oaks MHPTTHMLiver, kidney, or central nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer 

In addition to setting enforceable standards for harmful contaminants, the EPA also established guidelines to assist public water providers in managing the taste, odor and color of their drinking water.

To find out more about what’s in your drinking water, contact your utility company and request a copy of the latest Consumer Confidence Report.


Sources and Methods

Hazardous Sites: Identified using a report from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), hazardous sites detailed on trendingtowns.com represent sites contained on the National Priorities List (NPL) as of November 25, 2019.  The NPL is the list of national priorities among the known releases or threatened releases of hazardous substances, pollutants, or contaminants throughout the United States and its territories.  All site-related data was sourced from the EPA.

Air Quality: Grades for ozone, short-term particle pollution, and year-round particle pollution were obtained from State of the Air 2019, a report compiled by the American Lung Association.

Radon Zones: Radon zone designations were obtained using a public use dataset provided by the EPA (September 11, 2019).

Water Quality: Drinking water violation data was sourced from the Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), a public use database provided by the EPA.  The dataset included violations submitted to the database as of the third quarter of 2019.

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