F0/100
KETCHIKAN PUBLIC UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,937 people · Alaska
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
AK2120232
Violations
77
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2016.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About KETCHIKAN PUBLIC UTILITIES
Is KETCHIKAN PUBLIC UTILITIES water safe to drink?
KETCHIKAN PUBLIC UTILITIES water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 77 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has KETCHIKAN PUBLIC UTILITIES detected?
31 contaminants were tested in KETCHIKAN PUBLIC UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does KETCHIKAN PUBLIC UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, KETCHIKAN PUBLIC UTILITIES has 77 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MCL, MR, TT. 39 are health-based violations.
How many people does KETCHIKAN PUBLIC UTILITIES serve?
KETCHIKAN PUBLIC UTILITIES serves approximately 8,937 people, Alaska. The system provides water to 1 community: Ketchikan.
What type of water does KETCHIKAN PUBLIC UTILITIES provide?
KETCHIKAN PUBLIC UTILITIES sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is AK2120232.
How does KETCHIKAN PUBLIC UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Alaska?
KETCHIKAN PUBLIC UTILITIES scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Alaska state page for a full comparison of water systems.