Monitoring Violations AK

Kenny Lake Community Well

EPA ID: AK2291596 · 236 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Despite the 9 historical violations in its record, Kenny Lake Community Well has cleared every one and now meets EPA standards serving 236 residents.

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

C · 67
Avg Safety Score
236
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
9
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0008915 mg/L
Max Lead Level
2
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Demographics

$52,167
Median Household Income
961
Service Area Population
47%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Kenny Lake Community Well serves a community with a median household income of $52,167 and an estimated 961 residents across its service area. Approximately 47% 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

Kenny Lake Community Well'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

About 12% of homes in Copper River 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
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 63% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Kenny Lake Community Well compares to EPA limits

Lead 2 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 2 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 7 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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C 30 violations
B 31 violations
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D 70 violations

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 Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

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

KENNY LAKE COMMUNITY WELL (EPA ID: AK2291596) is a community water system in Alaska that serves approximately 236 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 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

9 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
March 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring 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 7 No
Lead Inorganic 2 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
99573 0.0008915 mg/L No N/A

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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 Kenny Lake Community Well (AK2291596) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kenny Lake Community Well water safe to drink?

Kenny Lake Community Well has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Kenny Lake Community Well serve?

Kenny Lake Community Well serves approximately 236 people across 2 ZIP codes in Alaska.

Where does Kenny Lake Community Well 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: KENNY LAKE COMMUNITY WELL 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
1
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: 236
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 Kenny Lake Community Well safe to drink?
Kenny Lake Community Well has a C safety grade based on 9 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Kenny Lake Community Well's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead, Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 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 Kenny Lake Community Well serve?
Kenny Lake Community Well serves approximately 236 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Kenny Lake Community Well's water source?
Kenny Lake Community Well draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Kenny Lake Community Well's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0008915 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Kenny Lake Community Well's service area?
The Kenny Lake Community Well service area has a median household income of $52,167. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Kenny Lake Community Well get its water?
Kenny Lake Community Well'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Kenny Lake Community Well (EPA ID: AK2291596) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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