Tap Water Quality in Fairbanks, AK
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Fairbanks Drinking Water Overview
Population: ~32,000 | Source: Chena River and groundwater wells
Fairbanks draws water from the Chena River and supplemental groundwater wells. Interior Alaska groundwater can contain naturally elevated levels of arsenic and iron. The extreme cold, with temperatures routinely dropping below minus 40 degrees, poses ongoing challenges for maintaining water distribution infrastructure.
Common water quality concerns in Fairbanks
Naturally occurring arsenic
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Iron and manganese
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Extreme cold impacts on distribution
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What's in your Fairbanks water report
Contaminant levels
Every detected contaminant in your Fairbanks water system, compared to EPA limits and health guidelines.
Violation history
All EPA violations on record for water systems serving Fairbanks, including health-based and monitoring violations.
Water quality grade
An A through F grade based on violation history, contaminant levels, and health guideline comparisons.
Filter recommendations
Which type of water filter will actually remove the contaminants found in your specific water system.
Water quality in nearby cities
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