Water Quality in Barrow, AK (99723)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 99723.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 70% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
4,785
Population
14
Water Systems
12
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (14)
Barrow Utilities & Elec. Coop., Inc. (Bu
1 health-basedUic Water
The Water Service
Inupiat Water Delivery
Uic / Narl - Bottled Water
Nsbu - Browerville Day Care
Siku Pure Water/Dry Hall Cafe
Mark Air Barrow Airport Term.
Nsb-Public Works Water Haul Truck
Moonshine Distilled Water
Alaska Airlines / Barrow
Polar Bear Day Care
Senior Sams
Uic / Narl
Contaminants Found
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Barrow (99723) has more violations than 70% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 12.
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.