June 14, 2026

Avant, OK Water Quality Report 2026

By PureWaterGuys

EPA compliance testing (2012–2019) detected 8 regulated contaminants in this water system, including 3 that averaged above a federal limit: Haloacetic acids (HAA5), Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs), Lead + 5 more.

Unlock the full breakdown — detected levels vs. legal limits, plus what removes each one.

Full contaminant breakdown

EPA Six-Year Review compliance monitoring, 2012–2019 — the most recent national compliance dataset EPA has published. See the sections above for more recent violation and PFAS records.

ContaminantAvg. detectedHighest sampleFederal limitAvg. vs. limit
Haloacetic acids (HAA5) 85 ppb 162 ppb 60 ppb 142% — above
Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs) 111 ppb 233 ppb 80 ppb 139% — above
LeadEPA health goal: zero 16.3 ppb 38.6 ppb 15 ppb (action level) 109% — above
Radium (combined)EPA health goal: zero 0.645 pCi/L 1.26 pCi/L 5 pCi/L 13%
Copper 127 ppb 1070 ppb 1300 ppb (action level) 10%
Nitrate + nitrite 320 ppb 425 ppb 10000 ppb 3%
Barium 28 ppb 28 ppb 2000 ppb 1%
Gross alpha radioactivityEPA health goal: zero 0.203 pCi/L 0.203 pCi/L 15 pCi/L 1%

Also tested, no detections: 1,1,1-Trichloroethane, 1,1,2-Trichloroethane, 1,1-Dichloroethylene, 1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene, 1,2-Dichloroethane, 1,2-Dichloropropane, Antimony, Arsenic, Benzene, Beryllium, Cadmium, Carbon tetrachloride, Chlorobenzene, Chromium (total), Dichloromethane, Ethylbenzene, Fluoride, Mercury (inorganic), Selenium, Styrene, Tetrachloroethylene (PCE), Thallium, Toluene, Trichloroethylene (TCE), Uranium, Vinyl chloride, Xylenes (total), cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene, o-Dichlorobenzene, p-Dichlorobenzene, trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene.

Reverse osmosis (drinking water)

The treatment category most often matched to dissolved contaminants like lead, arsenic, nitrate, fluoride, and radiological contaminants detected in this system.

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Whole-house carbon filtration

The treatment category most often matched to disinfection byproducts (TTHMs, haloacetic acids), chlorine taste and odor, and organic compounds detected in this system.

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Source: U.S. EPA Six-Year Review 4 compliance monitoring data (2012–2019), the most recent nationwide compliance dataset EPA has released, reported at the water-system level. A detection is not a violation. “Avg. vs. limit” compares the average of laboratory detections to the federal MCL or action level; individual faucets can differ — household plumbing affects lead and copper, and a state-certified laboratory test of your own tap is the only way to confirm levels in your home. Treatment categories are general matches, not a certification claim for a specific product and contaminant.

Water Utility: Avant Utilities Authority
Population Served: 361 residents
Data Sources: EPA SDWIS + EPA UCMR5
Report Year: 2026

Avant, Oklahoma drinking water is supplied by Avant Utilities Authority. All US public water systems must test drinking water and report results to the EPA under the Safe Drinking Water Act. This report summarizes health-based violations and PFAS detections recorded in federal databases to help you make informed decisions about home water filtration.

EPA Health-Based Violation History

The following contaminants exceeded EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) at this utility since 2010:

Contaminant Violation Years Filter Solution
Lead And Copper Rule Revisions 2024 Whole House Filters
Surface Water Treatment Rule 2019-2021 Water Filters
Total Haloacetic Acids (Haa5) 2010-2025 Whole House Filters
Tthm 2010-2025 Water Filters

Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), updated quarterly. Health-based violations only.

Should You Filter Your Avant Water?

Even utilities with no EPA violations may have contaminants present below legal limits but above health guidelines. The EPA sets maximum contaminant levels based on what is feasible and affordable to treat at scale -- not necessarily what carries zero health risk. Many independent health organizations recommend filtration for households with children, pregnant women, or immunocompromised individuals regardless of utility compliance status.

Protect Your Avant Home Water

PureWaterGuys.com carries filtration systems designed to protect every tap from lead and copper. We ship to all Oklahoma addresses with free expert guidance on the right system.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avant tap water safe to drink?

Avant Utilities Authority is required to meet EPA federal drinking water standards. However, meeting legal standards is not the same as being contaminant-free. Trace levels of disinfection byproducts, PFAS compounds, and other regulated contaminants are common in US municipal water systems.

Does Avant water have PFAS?

PFAS monitoring data for this utility may not yet be published in EPA databases. We recommend a reverse osmosis system for maximum protection regardless of local results.

What water filter works best for Avant?

A whole-house carbon block filter removes chlorine, chloramines, and many VOCs. For PFAS, arsenic, and nitrates, a reverse osmosis under-sink system provides the highest reduction rates. Take our free 2-minute quiz to find the right system for your home and budget.

Data sourced from EPA SDWIS and UCMR5 federal databases. PureWaterGuys.com is not affiliated with any municipal water utility. Contact your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) for complete local data.

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