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Pago Pago, American Samoa Water Quality Report

Water quality data for 10 water systems serving 48,601 people.

65
Fair
out of 100

Water Source

10
Water Systems
49K
People Served
Surface water, Ground water
Water Source

Detected Contaminants

ContaminantDetected LevelEPA Limit (MCL)Health Guideline% of LimitStatus
lithium17.4 No federal limit10.0 ug/L(EPA/USGS HBSL)
174%
Above guideline
PFBS0.003 No federal limit2000.0 ug/L(EPA Health Advisory)
0%
Below guideline

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 (8)

34

Jun 1, 2025

moderate

34

Jun 1, 2025

moderate

41

Jan 1, 2025

critical

36

Jan 1, 2025

moderate

75

May 1, 2024

minor

75

May 1, 2024

minor

75

Apr 1, 2024

minor

75

Sep 1, 2023

minor

Resolved Violations (492)

36

Sep 1, 2025 — Sep 30, 2025

moderate

36

Aug 1, 2025 — Aug 31, 2025

moderate

03

Jul 1, 2025 — Sep 30, 2025

moderate

03

Jul 1, 2025 — Sep 30, 2025

moderate

03

Jul 1, 2025 — Sep 30, 2025

moderate

+ 487 more resolved violations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pago Pago tap water safe to drink?

Pago Pago's water meets all EPA maximum contaminant levels. However, 2 contaminants were detected at various levels. Some residents may prefer additional filtration for peace of mind.

What contaminants are in Pago Pago tap water?

2 contaminants have been detected in Pago Pago's water supply across 10 water systems. See the full contaminant table above for details.

How can I improve my water quality in Pago Pago?

Install a water filter rated for the specific contaminants found in Pago Pago's water. See our filter recommendations above. You can also request your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current test results.

Does Pago Pago have any water quality violations?

Yes, Pago Pago currently has 205 active violations. See the violations section above for details.