Water Quality in Anchorage, AK (99587)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 99587.
Past Health-Based Violations
3 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 88 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 96% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,949
Population
20
Water Systems
91
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (20)
Moa Municipality Of Anchorage
All resolvedJber-Elmendorf
Bob Smith
Doyon Utilities Jber - Richardson
All resolvedAlaska Wildlife Center
1 health-basedSeven Glaciers Restaurant
All resolvedUsfs Begich Boggs Portage Vc
All resolvedPortage Glacier Lodge
All resolvedDouble Musky Inn
Maxines Glacier City Bistro
Alyeska Chalet Condos Hoa
All resolvedAlyeska Creekside Apartments
All resolvedGirdwood Brewing Company
All resolvedGirdwood Community Needs Center
All resolvedChair 5 Restaurant
Tidewater Cafe
Kenai Fjords Glacier Lodge
Wayne & Cindy Carpenter
Usda Portage Barracks
Turnagain Arm Bbq Pit
2 health-basedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Anchorage (99587) has more violations than 96% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 91.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.