The Water Service
EPA ID: AK2320230 · 638 people served · 1 ZIP code
Five clean years on EPA record — The Water Service, 638 residents served.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Demographics
The The Water Service serves a community with a median household income of $89,038 and an estimated 4,855 residents across its service area. Approximately 54% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 67% 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?
The Water Service's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.
About 15% of homes in North Slope 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
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 6 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Alaska
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
The Water Service (EPA ID: AK2320230) is a community water system in Alaska that serves approximately 638 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 99723 in Barrow.
Violation History
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 FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
- 99723 — Barrow
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for The Water Service (AK2320230) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Water Service water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, The Water Service has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does The Water Service serve?
The Water Service serves approximately 638 people across 1 ZIP code in Alaska.
Where does The Water Service get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.