Tap water quality for ZIP 99505
17 community water systems linked to this ZIP, largest first.
What this means for you in ZIP 99505
- Is it safe to drink right now?
- Based on the latest EPA data, Jber-Elmendorf has no unresolved health-based violations from the past year. Water that meets federal standards is generally considered safe to drink for most healthy people.
- Should I use a filter?
- Optional. Nothing in this data strongly calls for one. Many people still filter for chlorine taste and odor.
- What kind of filter?
- For taste and odor (chlorine/chloramine), an NSF/ANSI 42 pitcher or faucet filter is enough. See matched standards and product picks.
This is general information from public EPA data, not medical advice. Lead often comes from a home’s own pipes, so only a test of your tap can tell your exposure. If you are pregnant, caring for an infant, or have a weakened immune system, ask your doctor or health department.
Shown for the largest system linked to this ZIP. Check your water bill to confirm your provider.
Filters matched to Jber-Elmendorf
FILTER PICKS
Look for filters certified (NSF, IAPMO or WQA) to these standards for the specific contaminant. Buttons open the maker’s page or an Amazon search; use “Check NSF listing” to verify a model’s claims. No affiliate links yet — grades are never sold.
Chlorine/chloramine taste
NSF/ANSI 42Aquasana Clean Water Pitcher ~$35
Pitcher for chlorine taste/odor; check the NSF/ANSI 42 listing for the exact model.
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Brita Elite Filter ~$20–40
Common faucet/pitcher option; confirm the 42 claim on the box.
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Annual water quality report
Utilities must publish a Consumer Confidence Report every year by July 1. Find it on the utility’s website or ask them directly; EPA explains how. · Full report →
Water systems for this ZIP
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Jber-Elmendorf
Serves 30,003 people · Surface water · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; PFAS tested (UCMR 5), none above federal limits; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).
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Doyon Utilities Jber - Richardson
Serves 20,284 people · Surface water · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 2 monitoring/reporting violations; PFAS tested (UCMR 5), none above federal limits; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2024).
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Unified Alaskan Utilities-Homestead Div.
Serves 708 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 4 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).
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Maranatha Water Utilities
Serves 220 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 2 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2026).
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Snowshoe Water System
Serves 180 people · Groundwater · Full report →
1 health-based violation in the last 5 years; 3 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2023).
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Forest Park Tc
Serves 175 people · Groundwater · Full report →
2 health-based violations in the last 5 years; 421 monitoring/reporting violations; 3 not yet resolved; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Latest lead 90th percentile on file is from 2020 (older than 5 years, not graded).
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Rivers Edge Condominium
Serves 168 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 2 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).
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Oasis Water - McKinley View Div
Serves 130 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2024).
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Birchwood MHP
Serves 120 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 1 monitoring/reporting violation; 1 not yet resolved; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile ABOVE the action level (2024).
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G a Phillips S/D
Serves 102 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 1 monitoring/reporting violation; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).
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Bluff View Acres Water System
Serves 100 people · Groundwater · Full report →
1 health-based violation in the last 5 years; 10 monitoring/reporting violations; 1 not yet resolved; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2026).
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Troll Knoll S/D
Serves 99 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 1 monitoring/reporting violation; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).
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Quiet Circle Apartments
Serves 90 people · Groundwater · Full report →
3 health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2023).
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Colonial Park S/D
Serves 63 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 1 monitoring/reporting violation; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2023).
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Willow Heights Condos
Serves 50 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2023).
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Inlet View MHP Chugiak
Serves 47 people · Groundwater · Full report →
1 health-based violation in the last 5 years; 42 monitoring/reporting violations; 1 not yet resolved; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2022).
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Matanuska Heights Duchess
Serves 36 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 2 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).
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