Water Quality in HUGHES, AK (99745)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 99745.

136

Total Violations

3

Health-Based

133

Monitoring / Reporting

132

Resolved

What does this mean?

132 of 136 violations have been resolved. 3 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 133 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: 107

Violations Detail (136 total)

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

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(33)

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Aug 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Aug 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jul 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jun 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

May 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

May 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Apr 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Mar 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Active

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Chlorine

27

Feb 28Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Feb 28Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jan 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jan 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Jan 30Active

2024(27)

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Dec 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Dec 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Nov 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Nov 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Oct 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Oct 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Sep 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Feb 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Feb 29Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Feb 29Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Feb 29Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jan 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Jan 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Jan 26Active

How Does This Compare?

HUGHES (99745) has 136 recorded violations, including 3 health-based. 4 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

Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.

Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium

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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