June 14, 2026

Snyder, OK Water Quality Report 2026

By PureWaterGuys

EPA compliance testing (2012–2019) detected 14 regulated contaminants in this water system, including 1 that averaged above a federal limit: Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs), Haloacetic acids (HAA5), Lead + 11 more.

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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
Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs) 96.5 ppb 320 ppb 80 ppb 121% — above
Haloacetic acids (HAA5) 27.8 ppb 80.2 ppb 60 ppb 46%
LeadEPA health goal: zero 6.11 ppb 24.5 ppb 15 ppb (action level) 41%
Nitrate + nitrite 4090 ppb 10900 ppb 10000 ppb 41%
Selenium 18.5 ppb 18.5 ppb 50 ppb 37%
Chlorite 258 ppb 903 ppb 1000 ppb 26%
ArsenicEPA health goal: zero 2.4 ppb 2.4 ppb 10 ppb 24%
UraniumEPA health goal: zero 5.39 ppb 8.59 ppb 30 ppb 18%
Gross alpha radioactivityEPA health goal: zero 2.77 pCi/L 9.07 pCi/L 15 pCi/L 18%
Copper 221 ppb 1190 ppb 1300 ppb (action level) 17%
Tetrachloroethylene (PCE)EPA health goal: zero 0.684 ppb 0.77 ppb 5 ppb 14%
Radium (combined)EPA health goal: zero 0.534 pCi/L 0.676 pCi/L 5 pCi/L 11%
Fluoride 270 ppb 300 ppb 4000 ppb 7%
Barium 97 ppb 109 ppb 2000 ppb 5%

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-D, Antimony, Benzene, Beryllium, Cadmium, Carbon tetrachloride, Chlorobenzene, Chromium (total), Dichloromethane, Ethylbenzene, Glyphosate, Mercury (inorganic), Styrene, 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: Snyder Public Works Authority
Population Served: 1,509 residents
Data Sources: EPA SDWIS + EPA UCMR5
Report Year: 2026

Snyder, Oklahoma drinking water is supplied by Snyder Public Works 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
Carbon, Total 2010-2014 Water Filters
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule 2011-2022 Water Filters
Lead And Copper Rule Revisions 2024 Whole House Filters
Nitrate-Nitrite 2014 Under Sink Filters
Tthm 2010-2025 Water Filters

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

Should You Filter Your Snyder 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 Snyder 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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Filters for Snyder, 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 Snyder tap water safe to drink?

Snyder Public Works 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 Snyder 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 Snyder?

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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