Water System Report AK

White Birch Apartments

EPA ID: AK2313233 · 72 people served · 1 ZIP code

White Birch Apartments carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 72 residents.

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

72
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$290K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 2 (2023) to 1 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for White Birch Apartments Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$96,966
Median Household Income
22,281
Service Area Population
16%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
53%
Pre-1986 Housing

The White Birch Apartments serves a community with a median household income of $96,966 and an estimated 22,281 residents across its service area. Approximately 53% 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

White Birch Apartments'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
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 9% of homes in Fairbanks North Star Borough, 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 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 59% 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. 4 detections recorded. 2 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

C 144 violations
Walter G Pippel Sd
75 people
0 violations
0 violations
C 140 violations
B 15 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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 $2,100 (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

White Birch Apartments (EPA ID: AK2313233) is a community water system in Alaska that serves approximately 72 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 99705 in North Pole.

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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by AK or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for White Birch Apartments (AK2313233) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is White Birch Apartments water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, White Birch Apartments has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does White Birch Apartments serve?

White Birch Apartments serves approximately 72 people across 1 ZIP code in Alaska.

Where does White Birch Apartments get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
White Birch Apartments meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does White Birch Apartments serve?
White Birch Apartments serves approximately 72 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is White Birch Apartments's water source?
White Birch Apartments draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of White Birch Apartments's service area?
The White Birch Apartments service area has a median household income of $96,966. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does White Birch Apartments get its water?
White Birch Apartments'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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