Water Quality in Fairbanks, AK
251 water systems serving 182,365 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Fairbanks water systems is 4.3 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb. 3 systems have triggered action level violations.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 14264 |
| Health-based violations | 781 |
| Lead action level violations | 3 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Fairbanks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fairbanks tap water safe to drink?
Fairbanks tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Fairbanks, Alaska?
Fairbanks has 251 public water systems serving approximately 182,365 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 4.3 ppb. There are 14264 total violations on record.
Does Fairbanks have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 4.3 ppb across Fairbanks's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. 3 systems have triggered lead action level violations.
How many water utilities serve Fairbanks?
251 public water systems are registered in Fairbanks, Alaska with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 182,365 people.