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Posted: Jul 02, 2025 2:51 PMUpdated: Jul 02, 2025 2:53 PM

City of Nowata Selecting Residents for Water Testing

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Brian McSweeney
The City of Nowata is selecting residents to participate in required water sample testing for lead and copper.
 
Residences that are selected to participate in sample testing were selected by the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). The DEQ pairs with the city every three years to provide testing for lead and copper in the city's water system.
 
Water Plant Operator Jerry Jackson said this is routine testing, there is no concern.
 
Samples must be taken on the morning of July 15, the City of Nowata will pick up samples by noon on July 16.
 
Residents who are selected will receive a letter from the city on the proper steps required to provide a sample.
 
 


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