Autotrol Yellow, Tea-Colored Tannin Water Filter

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If Your Water Comes from Tulsa's Surface Water Supply

The public water system serving Tulsa County, with over 160,000 connections, draws its supply from surface water, according to the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Information System. This source type often carries organic compounds, including tannins, which are naturally occurring plant-based substances that can color water tea-like and cause staining or unpleasant tastes. Though EPA records for the Tulsa system report no health-based violations, they do not include data on tannins specifically, so the presence and level in your household water remain unknown without personal testing.

If Your Household Plumbing and Pipes Are Older or Uncommon Materials

Materials and age of your plumbing can affect how tannins and other substances behave once water enters your home. Organic compounds like tannins can bind with pipe materials, potentially leading to discoloration inside fixtures or stains on fabrics and surfaces, separate from their original concentration in source water. Understanding your plumbing composition alongside source water quality can clarify whether tannins are an issue arising before or after water reaches your tap.

If You Consider Aesthetic Secondary Standards Versus Health-Based Limits

Tannins fall within aesthetic secondary water quality concerns rather than health-based standards. This means that while tannins may affect water color, taste, or staining, their presence does not equate to a safety hazard. The EPA’s Tulsa system record confirms no violations related to health-based contaminants. Decisions on tannin treatment typically focus on improving visual appearance and water usability rather than making water safe from health risks.

If You Compare Public Water System Records and Private Well Testing

Government records for Tulsa’s public water system show no health-based violations but do not measure tannins. Private well owners must obtain specific tests for tannins to know their water’s real condition. Public system data informs about general source water quality but cannot substitute for individualized testing that considers your home’s unique water chemistry and plumbing.

If You Obtain a Certified Laboratory Test for Tannins

A certified laboratory test targeting tannins will quantify their concentration specifically, differentiating them from other organic compounds. Such a test helps determine if tannins exceed aesthetic thresholds that might cause staining or taste issues at your residence. Laboratory results guide the choice between different treatment methods by establishing how much tannin needs to be addressed.

If You Plan to Use the Autotrol Yellow Tea-Colored Tannin Water Filter

This water filter system is designed specifically for addressing tannins, offering a reliable approach for households managing tea-colored discoloration and staining. The Autotrol System ships ready to configure and maintain. Routine maintenance involves replenishing the filter media according to usage and following straightforward care instructions, ensuring continued effectiveness in tannin removal without complex procedures.

All facts here reflect the EPA public water system record for Tulsa’s surface water supply, which serves over 400,000 people through thousands of connections and carries no health-based violations on record. For more formal information, consult the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System data for system OK1020418.

Where this information comes from

Source: EPA SDWIS public water system record. Sampled 2025-12-31. These figures describe the public water system's record, not the plumbing inside any individual building.

On record: EPA SDWIS record for TULSA (OK1020418), surface water supply, serving 413000 people: 0 health-based violations of 26 total; lead 90th percentile 0.0012 mg/L