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West Wardsboro, VT (05360): 1 Health-Based Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 82/100
EPA data for Winhall Stratton F D 1
Health-based violation records by water system:
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 05360 in West Wardsboro, VT contain 28 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 1 are marked health-based.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 1 health-based violation and 27 non-health-based (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0019 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- Radon EPA Zone 2 - county-level radon potential, not a home measurement.
- Flood 1 cumulative NFIP claim record. Claim evidence is historical, not current map coverage.
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Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: 82/100
This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.
Canonical components
Required domains
Coverage: 4 of 4 components and 3 of 3 domains observed.
Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.
Safety & Health (6) CRITICAL
Your Water System
ZIP code 05360 in West Wardsboro, Vermont is mapped to the water system Winhall Stratton F D 1 (EPA ID: VT0005305). This system provides water to approximately 6,200 people from groundwater sources.
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- 05040 (East Corinth)
- 05041 (East Randolph) - 25 violations recorded for mapped water systems
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- 05043 (East Thetford)
- 05045 (Fairlee)
- 05046 (Groton)
- 05047 (Hartford)
- 05048 (Hartland) - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 05355 (Wardsboro) - 4 mi - 28 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 05343 (Jamaica) - 6 mi
- 05356 (West Dover) - 7 mi
- 05340 (Bondville) - 8 mi
- 05341 (East Dover) - 8 mi
- 05155 (South Londonderry) - 9 mi
- 05344 (Marlboro) - 9 mi
- 05252 (East Arlington) - 9 mi
- 05359 (West Townshend) - 10 mi
- 05351 (South Newfane) - 11 mi
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Winhall Stratton F D 1 (VT0005305) on EPA.gov.
5 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.
UCMR 5 PFAS monitoring: no reportable detections in available records
Available federal UCMR5 records for water systems mapped to ZIP code 05360 show no PFAS detections among the compounds tested, at the program's reporting levels.
The EPA Fifth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5) required community and non-transient non-community water systems serving 3,300 or more people to test for 29 PFAS compounds and lithium between 2023 and 2025. Systems with no detections at the federal minimum reporting level had no results at or above that reporting level.
Environmental Hazards (11) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (8) OK
Cost & Community (7) OK
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
Protect Your Home in West Wardsboro
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Home & Flood Insurance
The ZIP code for this report in West Wardsboro has 1 FEMA flood claim on record. Standard homeowner policies don't cover flood damage - make sure you're protected.
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Gutter Installation & Repair
The median home in 05360 was built around 1983. Aging gutters can cause foundation damage, basement flooding, and mold - a professional assessment can prevent costly repairs.
Typical cost: Gutter installation: typically $1,000–$2,500 for a standard home
Estimate Your Home Maintenance CostsWindow Replacement
The median build year of homes in West Wardsboro is 1983; check the age and condition of your own windows. ENERGY STAR windows can save $101–$583/year on energy bills.
Typical cost: Window replacement: typically $300–$800 per window installed
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 05360 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 28 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 05360 (primary system: Winhall Stratton F D 1), including 1 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.
Where does 05360's water come from?
The recorded water source for Winhall Stratton F D 1, a system mapped to ZIP code 05360, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 6,200 people.
How does West Wardsboro water compare to the national average?
West Wardsboro's Home Safety Score ranks better than 64% of U.S. ZIP codes, and lower than 86% of ZIP codes within Vermont.
How can I get my water tested in West Wardsboro?
If Winhall Stratton F D 1 supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.
Is lead a concern in 05360 tap water?
The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 05360 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0019 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2026-06-30). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.
What is the radon risk for 05360?
05360 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 2 (moderate county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Windham County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 05360?
FEMA records contain 1 flood insurance claim filed in ZIP code 05360; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is AE, which is claims evidence and may differ from the current FEMA map zone for a property. Claim records do not establish current property risk. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). West Wardsboro, VT (05360): 1 Health-Based Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 82/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/05360/
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Page version: October 2026.
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Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 05360
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05355 | Wardsboro, VT | 3.8 mi | N/A | 28 |
| 05343 | Jamaica, VT | 5.9 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 05356 | West Dover, VT | 6.5 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 05340 | Bondville, VT | 8.1 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 05341 | East Dover, VT | 8.3 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 05155 | South Londonderry, VT | 8.6 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 05344 | Marlboro, VT | 8.9 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 05252 | East Arlington, VT | 9.2 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 05359 | West Townshend, VT | 9.9 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 05351 | South Newfane, VT | 10.7 mi | N/A | 0 |
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