Water Quality in Deering, AK (99736)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 99736.

Past Health-Based Violations

18 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 63 monitoring/reporting violations.

More violations than 95% of US ZIP codes.

Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.

227

Population

1

Water Systems

81

Violations (5yr)

18

Health-Based

Location

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Water Systems Serving This Area (1)

Deering Utility System

18 health-based
Surface water 160 people served
81 violations (5yr) · 18 health-based · All resolved
Lead tested: 2.9 ppb (limit: 15 ppb) ✓ Copper tested: 1400 ppb (limit: 1300 ppb)

Contaminants Found

TTHMHealth-Based
20 violations
All resolved
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleHealth-Based
14 violations
All resolved
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Health-Based
12 violations
All resolved
Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoring
13 violations
All resolved
Public NoticeMonitoring
6 violations
All resolved
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoring

Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.

5 violations
All resolved
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoring

Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.

3 violations
All resolved
ChlorineMonitoring

Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.

3 violations
All resolved
NitrateMonitoring

At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.

1 violation
All resolved

Lead & Copper Levels

Lead (Pb)

Within limit
2.9 ppb measured Action level: 15 ppb

Sampled: Jan 2025

Copper (Cu)

Exceeds limit
1400 ppb measured Action level: 1300 ppb

Sampled: Jan 2025

How Does This Compare?

Deering (99736) has more violations than 95% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 81.

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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.

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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.

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