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University of Alaska - Fairbanks water quality
EPA test results and violation history for University of Alaska - Fairbanks in Alaska, which serves about 6,200 people from ground water. Public water system ID AK2310683. Serves ZIP codes 99775.
ND = not detected. PFAS from EPA UCMR 5 (2023–2025); lead and violations from EPA SDWIS.
What EPA records show for University of Alaska - Fairbanks
- PFAS detected (2 compounds)Detected: PFHxA, PFHxS. PFOA/PFOS were at or under EPA's 4 ppt limit.
- Lead: 2.4 ppb (90th percentile)Latest reported 90th-percentile lead level; highest on record 2.4 ppb. Federal action level is 15 ppb. Lead usually comes from home plumbing, so levels vary house to house.
- Disinfection byproduct violationTotal trihalomethanes (TTHM) (2016–2017)
- Other chemical violationContaminant code 5200 (2024)
Reverse osmosis if you want PFAS gone
PFAS showed up in your utility's testing, though under EPA's limit. If you want it out entirely, reverse osmosis is the option that reliably does that. A pitcher is the cheaper middle ground.
iSpring RCC7AK Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis System
- Good for: PFAS, nitrate, arsenic, fluoride, radium, lead and most other dissolved contaminants
- Install: Under the kitchen sink, about an hour with basic tools
- Manufacturer lists NSF/ANSI 58 testing. Reverse osmosis is the treatment EPA names as most effective for PFAS.
Other good options
ZeroWater 10-Cup Pitcher
- Good for: A low-cost first step for PFOA/PFOS and lead
- Install: None
- Manufacturer lists IAPMO certification for lead, chromium and PFOA/PFOS reduction.
PUR PLUS Faucet Mount Filter
- Good for: Lead from older pipes, chlorine taste and odor, mercury, some pesticides
- Install: Screws onto most standard faucets in a few minutes
- ✓ Verified in NSF directory. PUR faucet mounts are listed by NSF under NSF/ANSI 53 for lead and NSF/ANSI 42 for chlorine.
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Questions
Does University of Alaska - Fairbanks water have PFAS?
Yes. EPA UCMR 5 testing detected PFHxA, PFHxS. The highest PFOA result was 0 ppt and the highest PFOS result was 0 ppt, against an EPA limit of 4 ppt each.
Is University of Alaska - Fairbanks tap water safe to drink?
University of Alaska - Fairbanks has had 3 health-based violations in the last 10 years according to EPA records. Lead from home plumbing isn't captured by utility data, so a certified filter is worthwhile in older homes.
What water filter should I use in University of Alaska - Fairbanks's service area?
Reverse osmosis if you want PFAS gone. PFAS showed up in your utility's testing, though under EPA's limit. If you want it out entirely, reverse osmosis is the option that reliably does that. A pitcher is the cheaper middle ground.