Water System Report AK

Unified Alaskan Utilities Settlers Bay

EPA ID: AK2221834 · 2,733 people served · 29 ZIP codes

Throughout five consecutive years of federal water monitoring, Unified Alaskan Utilities Settlers Bay recorded zero violations — solid performance for a utility serving 2,733 people.

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

2,733
People Served
29
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 25 (2021) to 29 (2022). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Unified Alaskan Utilities Settlers Bay Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$92,408
Median Household Income
308,580
Service Area Population
16%
Disadvantaged Population
31th
Poverty Percentile
44th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Unified Alaskan Utilities Settlers Bay serves a community with a median household income of $92,408 and an estimated 308,580 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% 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

Unified Alaskan Utilities Settlers Bay'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
63th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Anchorage Municipality, Alaska rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 63th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Unknown
Pipe Material
23 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 66% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 19 detections recorded. 18 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Alaska

Cordova City Water
2,700 people
B 6 violations
Girdwood Water System
2,942 people
C 2 violations
B 25 violations
Haines Borough
2,376 people
A 32 violations
Uscg Station Kodiak
3,092 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $683
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $203
Total Estimated Cost $1,486

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,486 (one-time) vs. $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

Unified Alaskan Utilities Settlers Bay (EPA ID: AK2221834) is a community water system in Alaska that serves approximately 2,733 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 29 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

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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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 Unified Alaskan Utilities Settlers Bay (AK2221834) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Unified Alaskan Utilities Settlers Bay water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Unified Alaskan Utilities Settlers Bay has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Unified Alaskan Utilities Settlers Bay serve?

Unified Alaskan Utilities Settlers Bay serves approximately 2,733 people across 29 ZIP codes in Alaska.

Where does Unified Alaskan Utilities Settlers Bay 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
689
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,733
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?
Unified Alaskan Utilities Settlers Bay meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Unified Alaskan Utilities Settlers Bay serve?
Unified Alaskan Utilities Settlers Bay serves approximately 2,733 people with drinking water across 29 ZIP codes.
What is Unified Alaskan Utilities Settlers Bay's water source?
Unified Alaskan Utilities Settlers Bay draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Unified Alaskan Utilities Settlers Bay's service area?
The Unified Alaskan Utilities Settlers Bay service area has a median household income of $92,408. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Unified Alaskan Utilities Settlers Bay get its water?
Unified Alaskan Utilities Settlers Bay'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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