D20/100
VALDEZ WATER SYSTEM - MAIN — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,500 people · Alaska
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AK2298103
Violations
77
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2015.
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 VALDEZ WATER SYSTEM - MAIN
Is VALDEZ WATER SYSTEM - MAIN water safe to drink?
VALDEZ WATER SYSTEM - MAIN water receives a grade of D (20/100), which is considered poor. 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 VALDEZ WATER SYSTEM - MAIN detected?
31 contaminants were tested in VALDEZ WATER SYSTEM - MAIN's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does VALDEZ WATER SYSTEM - MAIN have any EPA violations?
Yes, VALDEZ WATER SYSTEM - MAIN has 77 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does VALDEZ WATER SYSTEM - MAIN serve?
VALDEZ WATER SYSTEM - MAIN serves approximately 4,500 people, Alaska. The system provides water to 1 community: Valdez.
What type of water does VALDEZ WATER SYSTEM - MAIN provide?
VALDEZ WATER SYSTEM - MAIN sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AK2298103.
How does VALDEZ WATER SYSTEM - MAIN compare to other utilities in Alaska?
VALDEZ WATER SYSTEM - MAIN scores 20/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Alaska state page for a full comparison of water systems.