Water Quality in AKUTAN, AK (99553)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 99553.

299

Total Violations

1

Health-Based

298

Monitoring / Reporting

297

Resolved

What does this mean?

297 of 299 violations have been resolved. 1 is a health-based violation, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 298 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.

Water systems: 1 Population served: 95

Violations Detail (299 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A

Violation Timeline

2025(14)

Chlorine

27

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jul 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Apr 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Apr 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jan 31Resolved

2024(24)

TTHM

27

Dec 31Active

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Dec 31Active

Chlorine

27

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Nov 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Sep 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Sep 30Resolved

E. COLI

32

Jul 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jul 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Jul 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

E. COLI

32

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

May 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

32

Feb 29Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jan 31Resolved

E. COLI

32

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

AKUTAN (99553) has 299 recorded violations, including 1 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.

Reverse Osmosis System

One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.

Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids

Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified

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.

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