Water Quality in ANCHORAGE, AK (99524)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 99524.
11
Total Violations
2
Health-Based
9
Monitoring / Reporting
9
Resolved
What does this mean?
9 of 11 violations have been resolved. 2 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 9 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (11 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2024 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Mar 29, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2022 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(3)
Groundwater Rule
45
Chlorine
27
Groundwater Rule
45
2023(4)
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
How Does This Compare?
ANCHORAGE (99524) has 11 recorded violations, including 2 health-based. 2 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.