June 14, 2026

Hinton, OK Water Quality Report 2026

By PureWaterGuys

EPA compliance testing (2012–2019) detected 9 regulated contaminants in this water system: Arsenic, Nitrate + nitrite, Lead + 6 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
ArsenicEPA health goal: zero 9.19 ppb 15 ppb 10 ppb 92%
Nitrate + nitrite 4970 ppb 12100 ppb 10000 ppb 50%
LeadEPA health goal: zero 6.87 ppb 7.14 ppb 15 ppb (action level) 46%
Radium (combined)EPA health goal: zero 1.35 pCi/L 1.77 pCi/L 5 pCi/L 27%
Gross alpha radioactivityEPA health goal: zero 4.08 pCi/L 7.69 pCi/L 15 pCi/L 27%
Barium 277 ppb 426 ppb 2000 ppb 14%
UraniumEPA health goal: zero 2.63 ppb 3.8 ppb 30 ppb 9%
Copper 95 ppb 273 ppb 1300 ppb (action level) 7%
Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs) 3.24 ppb 5.1 ppb 80 ppb 4%

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, 2,4,5-TP (Silvex), 2,4-D, Antimony, Benzene, Beryllium, Cadmium, Carbon tetrachloride, Chlordane, Chlorobenzene, Chromium (total), DBCP, Dalapon, Dichloromethane, Dinoseb, Diquat, Endrin, Ethylbenzene, Ethylene dibromide (EDB), Fluoride, Glyphosate, Haloacetic acids (HAA5), Heptachlor, Heptachlor epoxide, Hexachlorobenzene, Hexachlorocyclopentadiene, Lindane, Mercury (inorganic), Methoxychlor, Pentachlorophenol, Picloram, Selenium, Styrene, Tetrachloroethylene (PCE), Thallium, Toluene, Trichloroethylene (TCE), 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: Hinton
Population Served: 2,600 residents
Data Sources: EPA SDWIS + EPA UCMR5
Report Year: 2026

Hinton, Oklahoma drinking water is supplied by Hinton. 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
Arsenic 2010-2021 Under Sink Filters
Lead And Copper Rule Revisions 2024 Whole House Filters
Nitrate-Nitrite 2010-2016 Under Sink Filters

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

Should You Filter Your Hinton 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 Hinton Home Water

PureWaterGuys.com carries filtration systems certified to reduce arsenic and other heavy metals. We ship to all Oklahoma addresses with free expert guidance on the right system.

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Filters for Hinton, OK Water Issues

Based on contaminants detected in this report, these systems are worth considering:

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PFAS / Forever Chemicals
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Arsenic
Whole-house systems with certified arsenic-reduction media.
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Lead
NSF/ANSI 53-certified under-sink filters that reduce lead at the tap.
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Nitrates / Nitrites
Reverse osmosis systems that reduce nitrates to safe levels.
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Chlorine / Disinfection Byproducts
Whole-house carbon filters that eliminate chlorine taste, odor, and DBPs.
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Copper
Certified under-sink filters that reduce copper leached from plumbing.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hinton tap water safe to drink?

Hinton 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 Hinton 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 Hinton?

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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