Water System Report AK

Meadow Brook Subdivision

EPA ID: AK2220037 · 465 people served · 1 ZIP code

Zero EPA violations over five years — Meadow Brook Subdivision has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 465.

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

465
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$280K
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 Map

Coverage area for Meadow Brook Subdivision Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$71,310
Median Household Income
4,066
Service Area Population
21%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
41%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Meadow Brook Subdivision serves a community with a median household income of $71,310 and an estimated 4,066 residents across its service area. Approximately 41% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Meadow Brook Subdivision'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.

Low 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

28 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
42 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 40% of expected lifespan used End of life

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470 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Water Filtration
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $600

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.

System Overview

Meadow Brook Subdivision (EPA ID: AK2220037) is a community water system in Alaska that serves approximately 465 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 99652 in Big Lake.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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 Meadow Brook Subdivision (AK2220037) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Meadow Brook Subdivision water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Meadow Brook Subdivision has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Meadow Brook Subdivision serve?

Meadow Brook Subdivision serves approximately 465 people across 1 ZIP code in Alaska.

Where does Meadow Brook Subdivision get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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
191
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 465
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Meadow Brook Subdivision meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Meadow Brook Subdivision serve?
Meadow Brook Subdivision serves approximately 465 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Meadow Brook Subdivision's water source?
Meadow Brook Subdivision draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Meadow Brook Subdivision's service area?
The Meadow Brook Subdivision service area has a median household income of $71,310. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Meadow Brook Subdivision get its water?
Meadow Brook Subdivision'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.
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