Health Violations Found AK 10 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana

EPA ID: AK2360109 · 271 people served · 2 ZIP codes

In the most recent EPA reporting cycle, Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana carried 25 violations still marked as unresolved — each remains active in the federal enforcement ledger while the utility continues operations for its service population of approximately 271 people across the area it supplies.

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

C · 61
Avg Safety Score
271
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
101
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0016 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
7
Contaminants Flagged

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 6 (2021) to 6 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$54,167
Median Household Income
323
Service Area Population
75%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
100th
Energy Burden Percentile
62%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana serves a community with a median household income of $54,167 and an estimated 323 residents across its service area. Approximately 62% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 75% 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?

Surface Water

Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 38% of homes in Yukon-Koyukuk 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

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 57% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 4 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Fecal Coliform at 39 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

E. coli at 37 Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action) exceeds the EPA maximum of Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action). Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children. Consider UV disinfection (99.99%) filtration.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 8 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 8 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Alaska

A 17 violations
A 91 violations
B 29 violations
A 88 violations
A 46 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Water Filtration
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $600

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 Property Value Decline $3,190

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$9,095
10 years
$18,190
20 years
$36,380

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $600 (one-time) vs. $18,190 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

TOO'GHA INC - IN TANANA (EPA ID: AK2360109) is a community water system in Alaska that serves approximately 271 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (61/100)

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

Violation History

10 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 25 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
September 1, 2025 Fecal Coliform Monitoring Unresolved
September 1, 2025 E. coli Monitoring Unresolved
August 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
August 1, 2025 E. coli Monitoring Resolved
August 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
August 1, 2025 Fecal Coliform Health-based Unresolved
July 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2025 E. coli Health-based Unresolved
July 1, 2025 E. coli Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2025 Fecal Coliform Monitoring Unresolved
June 1, 2025 E. coli Health-based Unresolved
June 1, 2025 E. coli Monitoring Unresolved
June 1, 2025 Fecal Coliform Monitoring Unresolved
May 1, 2025 Fecal Coliform Monitoring Unresolved
May 1, 2025 E. coli Monitoring Resolved
May 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2025 E. coli Monitoring Unresolved
March 1, 2025 E. coli Monitoring Resolved
March 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
February 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 39 Yes
E. coli Microbiological 37 Yes
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 8 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 8 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 4 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Total Organic Carbon Disinfection Byproducts 2 No

Health Risk Details

E. coli (EPA limit: Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action))

Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children At-risk groups: children under 5, elderly, immunocompromised individuals, pregnant women.

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Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
99777 0.0016 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 Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana (AK2360109) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana water safe to drink?

Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana has recorded 10 health-based violations 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 Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana serve?

Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana serves approximately 271 people across 2 ZIP codes in Alaska.

Where does Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Water Source & Treatment

Where this water originates and how it's treated before reaching your tap.

Source
Surface water
Drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs.

Source: TOO'GHA INC - IN TANANA 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
65
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 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 271
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 Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana safe to drink?
Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana has a C safety grade based on 101 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Fecal Coliform, E. coli, 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 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 Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana serve?
Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana serves approximately 271 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana's water source?
Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0016 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana's service area?
The Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana service area has a median household income of $54,167. EPA EJScreen data classifies 75% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana get its water?
Too'gha Inc. - in Tanana'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. 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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