Water Quality in Anchorage, AK (99506)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 99506.
No Health-Based Violations
None of the 13 water systems serving this ZIP have exceeded federal contaminant limits in the past 5 years. There are36 monitoring/reporting violations (missed testing deadlines), all resolved.
Better than 87% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
7,028
Population
13
Water Systems
36
Violations (5yr)
0
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (13)
Moa Municipality Of Anchorage
All resolvedJber-Elmendorf
Bob Smith
Doyon Utilities Jber - Richardson
All resolvedUsaf Jber Elmendorf - Hillberg Ski Area
Usaf Eareckson
Usaf King Salmon
Usaf Elmendorf- Munition Insp
All resolvedUsaf Elmendorf - Building 21309
Faa Bethel Well
Usaf Elmendorf - Six Mile Chalet
Arctec Alaska / Pt Barrow Lrrs
Chena River Flood Control
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2024
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2022
How Does This Compare?
Anchorage (99506) has more violations than 87% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 36, most of which are monitoring/reporting issues.
Water Filter Recommendations
No contaminant issues detected. For general protection, a basic carbon filter removes common impurities like chlorine and sediment. Look for NSF/ANSI 42 certified products.