Health Violations Found AK 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Stevens Village Water System

EPA ID: AK2360442 · 28 people served · 1 ZIP code

Looking at the EPA enforcement file for Stevens Village Water System, 9 violations are listed as unresolved — those findings cover the utility's service area of approximately 28 people and remain open in the federal compliance system, awaiting formal corrective action documentation.

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

A · 98
Avg Safety Score
28
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
52
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0045 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
7
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Stevens Village Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Stevens Village Water System'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.

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

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 63% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Stevens Village Water System 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
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

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 21 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 17 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Stage 1 DBP 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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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Water Filtration
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $300

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 Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $300 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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

Stevens Village Water System (EPA ID: AK2360442) is a community water system in Alaska that serves approximately 28 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 99774 in Stevens Village.

Average Home Safety Score: A (98/100)

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

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 9 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
September 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved
September 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
May 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
May 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
March 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
March 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
February 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
February 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
December 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
December 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
November 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
November 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
June 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
June 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
May 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
May 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 27, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
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 21 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 17 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 7 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Lead Inorganic 2 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 1 Yes

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
99774 0.0045 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

  • 99774 — Stevens Village

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Stevens Village Water System (AK2360442) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stevens Village Water System water safe to drink?

Stevens Village Water System has recorded 1 health-based violation 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 Stevens Village Water System serve?

Stevens Village Water System serves approximately 28 people across 1 ZIP code in Alaska.

Where does Stevens Village Water System 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: STEVENS VILLAGE WATER SYSTEM 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
5
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 2024-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 28
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 Stevens Village Water System safe to drink?
Stevens Village Water System earns a A safety grade with 52 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Stevens Village Water System's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead, Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Revised Total Coliform Rule, Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM). 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 Stevens Village Water System serve?
Stevens Village Water System serves approximately 28 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Stevens Village Water System's water source?
Stevens Village Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Stevens Village Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0045 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
Where does Stevens Village Water System get its water?
Stevens Village Water System'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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