F11/100
TALKEETNA WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,850 people · Alaska
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AK2225032
Violations
82
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
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 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 TALKEETNA WATER SYSTEM
Is TALKEETNA WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
TALKEETNA WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of F (11/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 82 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has TALKEETNA WATER SYSTEM detected?
1 contaminants were tested in TALKEETNA WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TALKEETNA WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, TALKEETNA WATER SYSTEM has 82 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does TALKEETNA WATER SYSTEM serve?
TALKEETNA WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 1,850 people, Alaska. The system provides water to 1 community: Talkeetna.
What type of water does TALKEETNA WATER SYSTEM provide?
TALKEETNA WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AK2225032.
How does TALKEETNA WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Alaska?
TALKEETNA WATER SYSTEM scores 11/100 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.