Anchorage, Alaska Water Quality Report
Water quality data for 115 water systems serving 251,113 people.
Water Source
Detected Contaminants
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your water supply, these filtration systems are recommended:
Reverse Osmosis (RO)
Reverse osmosis systems remove up to 99% of PFAS compounds. Recommended for homes with detected PFAS.
Up to 99% PFAS removal
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Compliance & Violations
Active Violations (31)
71
Jul 1, 2025
66
Jun 16, 2025
66
May 29, 2025
66
Apr 17, 2025
66
Feb 6, 2025
52
Jan 1, 2025
52
Jan 1, 2025
45
Dec 1, 2024
66
Oct 30, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
72
Oct 1, 2024
72
Oct 1, 2024
72
Oct 1, 2024
72
Oct 1, 2024
66
Jul 23, 2024
57
Jul 1, 2024
71
Jul 1, 2024
71
Jul 1, 2024
71
Jul 1, 2024
71
Jul 1, 2024
66
Jun 5, 2024
66
Apr 6, 2024
52
Jan 1, 2024
66
Dec 5, 2023
Resolved Violations (969)
27
Sep 1, 2025 — Sep 30, 2025
3A
Sep 1, 2025 — Sep 30, 2025
38
Aug 1, 2025 — Aug 31, 2025
36
Aug 1, 2025 — Aug 31, 2025
3A
Aug 1, 2025 — Aug 31, 2025
+ 964 more resolved violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Anchorage tap water safe to drink?
Anchorage's water has 2 contaminants detected above EPA limits. While the water is treated, residents may want to consider additional filtration.
What contaminants are in Anchorage tap water?
2 contaminants have been detected in Anchorage's water supply across 115 water systems. See the full contaminant table above for details.
How can I improve my water quality in Anchorage?
Install a water filter rated for the specific contaminants found in Anchorage's water. See our filter recommendations above. You can also request your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current test results.
Does Anchorage have any water quality violations?
Yes, Anchorage currently has 5615 active violations. See the violations section above for details.