Water System Report AK

Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass

EPA ID: AK2350235 · 350 people served · 1 ZIP code

Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 350 residents.

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

A · 99
Avg Safety Score
350
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00033 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$138K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$83,250
Median Household Income
277
Service Area Population
67%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
60%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass serves a community with a median household income of $83,250 and an estimated 277 residents across its service area. Approximately 60% 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?

Groundwater

Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass'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
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

39 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
31 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 56% of expected lifespan used End of life

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System Overview

Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass (EPA ID: AK2350235) is a community water system in Alaska that serves approximately 350 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 99721 in Anaktuvuk Pass.

Average Home Safety Score: A (99/100)

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
99721 0.00033 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

  • 99721 — Anaktuvuk Pass

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass (AK2350235) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass serve?

Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass serves approximately 350 people across 1 ZIP code in Alaska.

Where does Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass 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: NSBU - ANAKTUVUK PASS 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
129
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: 350
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 Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass safe to drink?
Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass earns a A safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass serve?
Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass serves approximately 350 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass's water source?
Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00033 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass's service area?
The Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass service area has a median household income of $83,250. EPA EJScreen data classifies 67% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass get its water?
Nsbu - Anaktuvuk Pass'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.
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