June 14, 2026

Moore, OK Water Quality Report 2026

By PureWaterGuys

EPA compliance testing (2012–2019) detected 19 regulated contaminants in this water system, including 3 that averaged above a federal limit: Lead, Arsenic, DEHP (phthalate) + 16 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
LeadEPA health goal: zero 54.8 ppb 324 ppb 15 ppb (action level) 365% — above
ArsenicEPA health goal: zero 12 ppb 34 ppb 10 ppb 120% — above
DEHP (phthalate)EPA health goal: zero 6.48 ppb 10.1 ppb 6 ppb 108% — above
Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs) 50.9 ppb 77.6 ppb 80 ppb 64%
Haloacetic acids (HAA5) 30.4 ppb 53.2 ppb 60 ppb 51%
Selenium 17.7 ppb 38.7 ppb 50 ppb 35%
Chromium (total) 33.2 ppb 67 ppb 100 ppb 33%
Gross alpha radioactivityEPA health goal: zero 4.15 pCi/L 18.3 pCi/L 15 pCi/L 28%
DichloromethaneEPA health goal: zero 1.15 ppb 2.22 ppb 5 ppb 23%
Nitrite 233 ppb 420 ppb 1000 ppb 23%
UraniumEPA health goal: zero 5.58 ppb 19 ppb 30 ppb 19%
Radium (combined)EPA health goal: zero 0.858 pCi/L 2.6 pCi/L 5 pCi/L 17%
Barium 231 ppb 398 ppb 2000 ppb 12%
Fluoride 403 ppb 750 ppb 4000 ppb 10%
Copper 94.6 ppb 839 ppb 1300 ppb (action level) 7%
Nitrate 471 ppb 850 ppb 10000 ppb 5%
Nitrate + nitrite 525 ppb 6210 ppb 10000 ppb 5%
Dalapon 1.32 ppb 1.32 ppb 200 ppb 1%
Toluene 2.23 ppb 5.22 ppb 1000 ppb <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, 2,4,5-TP (Silvex), 2,4-D, Alachlor, Antimony, Atrazine, Benzene, Benzo(a)pyrene, Beryllium, Cadmium, Carbon tetrachloride, Chlorobenzene, Cyanide, DEHA (adipate), Dinoseb, Diquat, Endrin, Ethylbenzene, Glyphosate, Heptachlor, Heptachlor epoxide, Hexachlorobenzene, Hexachlorocyclopentadiene, Lindane, Mercury (inorganic), Methoxychlor, Pentachlorophenol, Picloram, Simazine, Styrene, Tetrachloroethylene (PCE), Thallium, 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: Moore Public Works Authority
Population Served: 55,083 residents
Data Sources: EPA SDWIS + EPA UCMR5
Report Year: 2026

Moore, Oklahoma drinking water is supplied by Moore 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
Arsenic 2012-2024 Under Sink Filters
Coliform (Tcr) 2015 Whole House Filters
Lead And Copper Rule Revisions 2024 Whole House Filters

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

Should You Filter Your Moore 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 Moore Home Water

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Moore tap water safe to drink?

Moore 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 Moore 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 Moore?

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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