Health Violations Found AK 8 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Country Field Water Company

EPA ID: AK2220029 · 1,166 people served · 6 ZIP codes

In the most recent EPA reporting cycle, Country Field Water Company carried 2 violations still marked as unresolved — each remains active in the federal enforcement ledger while the utility continues operations for its service population of approximately 1,166 people across the area it supplies.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

C · 67
Avg Safety Score
1,166
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
12
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00054 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
4
Contaminants Flagged
$288K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 3 (2021) to 1 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Demographics

$80,009
Median Household Income
72,678
Service Area Population
21%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
33%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Country Field Water Company serves a community with a median household income of $80,009 and an estimated 72,678 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Country Field Water Company'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
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 5% of homes in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

33 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
34 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 49% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Country Field Water Company compares to EPA limits

Barium 7 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 2 mg/L

What This Means For You

Barium at 7 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 2 mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 0700 at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule 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. 1 detection recorded.

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 →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Alaska

City of Hooper Bay
1,200 people
B 43 violations
Ft. Greely - Main Post
1,257 people
C 0 violations
Southwood Manor Tc
1,005 people
0 violations
C 3 violations
C 3 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $800
Water Filtration $500
PFAS Treatment $83
Total Estimated Cost $1,383

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $14,375

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$12,355
10 years
$24,710
20 years
$49,420

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,383 (one-time) vs. $24,710 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

Country Field Water Company (EPA ID: AK2220029) is a community water system in Alaska that serves approximately 1,166 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (67/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

8 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 2 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 14, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
April 16, 2023 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Barium Inorganic 7 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 2 Yes
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
99652 0.00054 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Country Field Water Company (AK2220029) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Country Field Water Company water safe to drink?

Country Field Water Company has recorded 8 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Country Field Water Company serve?

Country Field Water Company serves approximately 1,166 people across 6 ZIP codes in Alaska.

Where does Country Field Water Company get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Water Source & Treatment

Where this water originates and how it's treated before reaching your tap.

Source
Groundwater
Drawn from underground aquifers via wells.

Source: COUNTRY FIELD WATER CO. Consumer Confidence Report.

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility. Treatment and source data are sourced from the utility's published CCR filings.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
20
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,166
Reported to Alaska

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

Learn about lead in drinking water →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Country Field Water Company safe to drink?
Country Field Water Company has a C safety grade based on 12 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Country Field Water Company's water?
Detected contaminants include Barium, Lead and Copper Rule, Contaminant 0700, Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 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 Country Field Water Company serve?
Country Field Water Company serves approximately 1,166 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Country Field Water Company's water source?
Country Field Water Company draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Country Field Water Company's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00054 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Country Field Water Company's service area?
The Country Field Water Company service area has a median household income of $80,009. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Country Field Water Company get its water?
Country Field Water Company'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

Country Field Water Company (EPA ID: AK2220029) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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