C44/100
NORTH POLE UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,005 people · Alaska
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AK2310675
Violations
41
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.40 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2008.
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 NORTH POLE UTILITIES
Is NORTH POLE UTILITIES water safe to drink?
NORTH POLE UTILITIES water receives a grade of C (44/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 41 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has NORTH POLE UTILITIES detected?
32 contaminants were tested in NORTH POLE UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NORTH POLE UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, NORTH POLE UTILITIES has 41 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2008. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does NORTH POLE UTILITIES serve?
NORTH POLE UTILITIES serves approximately 4,005 people, Alaska. The system provides water to 1 community: North Pole.
What type of water does NORTH POLE UTILITIES provide?
NORTH POLE UTILITIES sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AK2310675.
How does NORTH POLE UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Alaska?
NORTH POLE UTILITIES scores 44/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Alaska state page for a full comparison of water systems.