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Lawton, OK · 99,224 people served · EPA data 2021–2026

Tap water quality in Lawton, Oklahoma

Lawton's water systems logged 2 health-based EPA violations in 2021–2026, most recently in 2024 — a modest record, with lead and copper rule revisions the issue found. For context, Oklahoma's systems average 3.5 health-based violations each.

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Lawton water grade: D
Poor — our A–F grade from this city's EPA compliance record, relative to Oklahoma and the nation. How we grade →
Health-based violations, 2021–20262
Lead And Copper Rule Revisions1
Revised Total Coliform Rule1
Lawton92,757 served
Comanche Co Rwd #12,800 served
Comanche Co Rwd #32,325 served
Pecan Valley Rwd1,000 served
Oklahoma quality rank#51 / 51 (72.6/100)
Oklahoma avg hardness210 PPM (very hard)
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Lawton tap water FAQ

Is tap water safe to drink in Lawton?

Lawton's systems logged 2 health-based violations in 2021–2026, most commonly lead and copper rule revisions. A violation is a red flag for a period of time, not a permanent condition — your utility's current Consumer Confidence Report shows today's status, and a certified home test shows what's at your tap.

Who supplies Lawton's water?

Lawton (serving about 92,757 people); Comanche Co Rwd #1 (serving about 2,800 people); Comanche Co Rwd #3 (serving about 2,325 people); Pecan Valley Rwd (serving about 1,000 people). Data: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, July 2026.

How hard is the water in Lawton?

City-level hardness isn't published in a single federal dataset, but Oklahoma averages 210 PPM — "very hard" on the USGS scale. Your utility's water quality report lists Lawton's exact hardness, or a $10 test strip tells you in a minute. If it comes back over 120 PPM, see our water softener guidance in the purification calculator.

Do I need a water filter in Lawton?

With 2 health-based violations on record in 2021–2026, a certified filter is reasonable insurance here: reverse osmosis ($150–$1,300 installed, Angi 2026) covers lead, nitrates and PFAS at the tap. Test first ($50–$200) so you buy for what's actually present.

Want to know what's actually in your Lawton water?

Averages describe states, not your faucet. A certified home water test screens for lead, nitrates, bacteria and dozens of other contaminants — the same categories EPA regulates.

Test your water at home

We may earn a commission if you request quotes through this link. It costs you nothing and never affects the data we publish.