Historical Compliance Records AK 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Greenbrook S/d

EPA ID: AK2210346 ยท 123 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Greenbrook S/d (AK2210346): 1 past health-based violation, since resolved. 2 total violations across five years at Greenbrook S/d - every finding closed, utility compliant today, 123 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

123
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0019 mg/L
Max Lead Level
2
Contaminants Flagged
$577K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Greenbrook S/d Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$160,341
Median Household Income
21,208
Service Area Population
15%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
53%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Greenbrook S/d serves a community with a median household income of $160,341 and an estimated 21,208 residents across its service area. Approximately 53% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Greenbrook S/d's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Greenbrook S/d compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 0700 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: PFOA: 0.07 ppt, PFOS: 0.07 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Green Acres Tc
96 people
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Forest Park Tc
175 people
432 violations
44 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,800
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,000 (one-time) vs. $5,330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Greenbrook S/d (EPA ID: AK2210346) is a community water system in Alaska that serves approximately 123 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 99516 in Anchorage.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 2 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 18, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2021 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 1 Yes

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0019 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

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ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by AK or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Greenbrook S/d (AK2210346) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greenbrook S/d water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Greenbrook S/d; its 2 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Greenbrook S/d serve?

Greenbrook S/d serves approximately 123 people across 1 ZIP code in Alaska.

Where does Greenbrook S/d get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Greenbrook S/d's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule, Contaminant 0700. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Greenbrook S/d serve?
Greenbrook S/d serves approximately 123 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Greenbrook S/d's water source?
Greenbrook S/d draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Greenbrook S/d's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0019 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Greenbrook S/d's service area?
The Greenbrook S/d service area has a median household income of $160,341. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Greenbrook S/d get its water?
Greenbrook S/d's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Greenbrook S/d (EPA ID: AK2210346) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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