Prudhoe Bay, AK Water Safety: 50/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Prudhoe Bay: D.
Several federal signals point to home-safety risks in this ZIP.
Monitoring data across Prudhoe Bay reveals a persistent pattern of below-average compliance in AK - multiple service areas carry documented health violations, and the data has shown little overall improvement over recent EPA reporting cycles.
How Prudhoe Bay Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
Prudhoe Bay's Water Providers
Federal records track 1 water system in Prudhoe Bay, AK, and a single provider handles the dominant share of residential connections while carrying primary responsibility for EPA compliance.
- D
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 1,424 people.
No EPA violations are recorded for the tracked water systems in Prudhoe Bay as of the latest reporting period.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Prudhoe Bay: D (50/100)
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
Prudhoe Bay water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Prudhoe Bay
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 99734 | D | NSBU - NUIQSUT | 443 |
All ZIP Codes in Prudhoe Bay
- 99734 [D]
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.
Prudhoe Bay Community Health Snapshot
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
What You Can Do in Prudhoe Bay
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
- Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Prudhoe Bay, AK