Kodiak, AK: 3 Health Violations — 98/100 (2026)
3 ZIP codes · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems in Kodiak, AK serve households with few reported safety events.
How Kodiak Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Kodiak Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 30 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0039 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $300 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 11.26.
Who Supplies Your Water in Kodiak
Multiple utilities divide Kodiak, AK's water service — 2 leading providers among 2 on the federal register.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 3 ZIP codes in Kodiak, Alaska, covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 12,304 people.
3 of 3 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 3 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Kodiak: A (98/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Kodiak water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0039 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 3 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 12 | 3 |
| Fecal Coliform | Microbiological | 12 | 3 |
| E. coli | Microbiological | 8 | 3 |
| Total Organic Carbon | Disinfection Byproducts | 4 | 3 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99615 | A | 10 | 1 | Kodiak Water System |
| 99619 | A | 10 | 1 | Kodiak Water System |
| 99697 | A | 10 | 1 | Kodiak Water System |
All ZIP Codes in Kodiak
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
Health Outcomes in Kodiak
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Top Contaminants in Kodiak Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Kodiak Homeowners
While no remediation project is entirely without cost, the relationship between estimated remediation and property values in Kodiak is notably favorable — the equity share is small enough that the household financial perspective is one of proportionality rather than pressure, and most homeowners can treat it as routine planning rather than a significant financial event.
Remediation costs in Kodiak are relatively low compared to home values. The $150–$600 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 103% above the Alaska average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Kodiak
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Lead risk in Kodiak appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
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