F0/100
SEWARD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,324 people · Alaska
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
AK2240757
Violations
280
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
TIER 2Unresolved
Treatment technique violation
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – August 24, 2021Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 SEWARD
Is SEWARD water safe to drink?
SEWARD water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 280 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SEWARD detected?
51 contaminants were tested in SEWARD's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does SEWARD have any EPA violations?
Yes, SEWARD has 280 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, Other. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does SEWARD serve?
SEWARD serves approximately 3,324 people, Alaska. The system provides water to 1 community: Seward.
What type of water does SEWARD provide?
SEWARD sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AK2240757.
How does SEWARD compare to other utilities in Alaska?
SEWARD 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.