Monitoring Violations

Water Quality in 99551 — Akiachak, AK

EPA data for AKIACHAK WATER SYSTEM

Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS Last verified: March 16, 2026

1
Water System
627
People Served
0
Health Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
No data
Lead Level

Your Water System

ZIP code 99551 in Akiachak, Alaska is served by AKIACHAK WATER SYSTEM (EPA ID: AK2272747). This system provides water to approximately 627 people from groundwater sources.

Lead & Copper in Your Water

No Lead & Copper Rule sampling data available for systems serving this ZIP code.

Violation Summary

78 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

DateContaminantTypeStatus
July 1, 2025Stage 1 DBP RuleMonitoringUnresolved
July 1, 2025Contaminant 2005MonitoringUnresolved
July 1, 2025Contaminant 2010MonitoringUnresolved
July 1, 2025Contaminant 2015MonitoringUnresolved
July 1, 2025Contaminant 2020MonitoringUnresolved
July 1, 2025Contaminant 2031MonitoringUnresolved
July 1, 2025Contaminant 2032MonitoringUnresolved
July 1, 2025Contaminant 2033MonitoringUnresolved
July 1, 2025Contaminant 2034MonitoringUnresolved
July 1, 2025Contaminant 2035MonitoringUnresolved
July 1, 2025Contaminant 2036MonitoringUnresolved
July 1, 2025Contaminant 2037MonitoringUnresolved
July 1, 2025AtrazineMonitoringUnresolved
July 1, 2025Contaminant 2040MonitoringUnresolved
July 1, 2025Contaminant 2041MonitoringUnresolved
July 1, 2025Contaminant 2042MonitoringUnresolved
July 1, 2025Contaminant 2046MonitoringUnresolved
July 1, 2025BenzeneMonitoringUnresolved
July 1, 2025Contaminant 2051MonitoringUnresolved
July 1, 2025Contaminant 2063MonitoringUnresolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for water systems serving this ZIP code:

ContaminantCategoryViolationsHealth-Based
Stage 1 DBP RuleTreatment Technique6No
Revised Total Coliform RuleMicrobiological5No
Consumer Confidence Report RuleReporting4No
Surface Water Treatment RuleTreatment Technique3No
Contaminant 2005Other2No
Contaminant 2010Other2No
Contaminant 2015Other2No
Contaminant 2020Other2No
Contaminant 2031Other2No
Contaminant 2032Other2No
Contaminant 2033Other2No
Contaminant 2034Other2No
Contaminant 2035Other2No
Contaminant 2036Other2No
Contaminant 2037Other2No

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What You Can Do

  1. Review your annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) — Your utility publishes this each July
  2. Test your home’s water — Especially if you have older plumbing (pre-1986) that may contain lead
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Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for AKIACHAK WATER SYSTEM (AK2272747) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 99551 safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, the water system serving ZIP code 99551 has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. However, individual home conditions (old pipes, well water) can affect quality.

Where does 99551’s water come from?

The primary water source for this area is groundwater. AKIACHAK WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 627 people.

How can I get my water tested?

Contact your local water utility for a free water quality report, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends testing annually if you use a private well.

Does 99551 have lead in the water?

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data is currently available in EPA records for water systems serving ZIP code 99551. If you are concerned about lead, contact your water utility or have your tap water independently tested.

What is the radon risk in 99551?

Radon zone data is not available for ZIP code 99551. The EPA recommends testing all homes for radon regardless of location, as radon levels can vary significantly even within the same neighborhood.

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