Health Violations Found AK 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Napakiak Washeteria

EPA ID: AK2262301 · 336 people served · 1 ZIP code

The EPA enforcement database lists 5 active violations for Napakiak Washeteria — a provider that delivers drinking water to approximately 336 people and has not yet formally resolved those findings.

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

A · 95
Avg Safety Score
336
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
17
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00579 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
6
Contaminants Flagged
$32K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Demographics

$36,250
Median Household Income
737
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
46%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Napakiak Washeteria serves a community with a median household income of $36,250 and an estimated 737 residents across its service area. Approximately 46% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Napakiak Washeteria'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
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 32% of homes in Bethel Census Area, Alaska rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 63% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Napakiak Washeteria compares to EPA limits

Lead 1 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults

What This Means For You

Lead at 1 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 9 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Total Organic Carbon at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP 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.

Lead was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Alaska

A 18 violations
A 5 violations
Adak Utilities
325 people
C 40 violations
B 32 violations
A 57 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Water Filtration
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $300

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $300 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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

Napakiak Washeteria (EPA ID: AK2262301) is a community water system in Alaska that serves approximately 336 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 99634 in Napakiak.

Average Home Safety Score: A (95/100)

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

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 5 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Gross Beta Monitoring Unresolved
May 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2025 Gross Beta Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2025 Gross Beta Monitoring Unresolved
October 1, 2024 Gross Beta Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2024 Total Organic Carbon Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
March 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 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
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 9 No
Gross Beta Radionuclides 4 No
Lead Inorganic 1 No
Total Organic Carbon Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 1 Yes

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
99634 0.00579 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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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 Napakiak Washeteria (AK2262301) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Napakiak Washeteria water safe to drink?

Napakiak Washeteria has recorded 1 health-based violation 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 Napakiak Washeteria serve?

Napakiak Washeteria serves approximately 336 people across 1 ZIP code in Alaska.

Where does Napakiak Washeteria 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: NAPAKIAK WASHETERIA Consumer Confidence Report.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Napakiak Washeteria safe to drink?
Napakiak Washeteria earns a A safety grade with 17 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Napakiak Washeteria's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead, Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Total Organic Carbon, Stage 1 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 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 Napakiak Washeteria serve?
Napakiak Washeteria serves approximately 336 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Napakiak Washeteria's water source?
Napakiak Washeteria draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Napakiak Washeteria's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00579 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Napakiak Washeteria's service area?
The Napakiak Washeteria service area has a median household income of $36,250. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Napakiak Washeteria get its water?
Napakiak Washeteria'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

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3

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