Water System Report AK

Talkeetna Water System

EPA ID: AK2225032 · 1,850 people served · 3 ZIP codes

From the earliest to the most recent cycle in the five-year EPA window, Talkeetna Water System has logged zero violations — no MCL exceedances, no health advisories, and no enforcement activity across the entire period for the 1,850 people in its service area, a record that stands up well against both state and national benchmarks.

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

C · 65
Avg Safety Score
1,850
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0014 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$267K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Talkeetna Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$67,907
Median Household Income
35,790
Service Area Population
21%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
32%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Talkeetna Water System serves a community with a median household income of $67,907 and an estimated 35,790 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Talkeetna Water System'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

32 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
38 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 46% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance
Flood Insurance $1,600
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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

Talkeetna Water System (EPA ID: AK2225032) is a community water system in Alaska that serves approximately 1,850 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (65/100)

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

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
99676 0.0014 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.

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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 Talkeetna Water System (AK2225032) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Talkeetna Water System water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Talkeetna Water System has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Talkeetna Water System serve?

Talkeetna Water System serves approximately 1,850 people across 3 ZIP codes in Alaska.

Where does Talkeetna Water System 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: TALKEETNA WATER SYSTEM 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
381
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: 1,850
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

Is water from Talkeetna Water System safe to drink?
Talkeetna Water System has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Talkeetna Water System meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Talkeetna Water System serve?
Talkeetna Water System serves approximately 1,850 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Talkeetna Water System's water source?
Talkeetna Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Talkeetna Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0014 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Talkeetna Water System's service area?
The Talkeetna Water System service area has a median household income of $67,907. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Talkeetna Water System get its water?
Talkeetna Water System'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.

What You Can Do

1

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3

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