Hinesburg, VT (05461) Home Safety Report
EPA data for Hinesburg Water Department
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 05461 in Hinesburg, VT contain zero recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026. This does not establish that every category was monitored or published, and it does not cover events outside that source window.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water No drinking-water violations in EPA records since 2021.
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0017 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- Radon EPA Zone 3 - county-level radon potential, not evidence of a low home result.
- Flood 5 cumulative NFIP claim records. Claim evidence is historical, not current map coverage.
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Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: Score unavailable
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Safety & Health (7) MODERATE
Your Water System
ZIP code 05461 in Hinesburg, Vermont is mapped to the water system Hinesburg Water Department (EPA ID: VT0005070). This system provides water to approximately 2,800 people from groundwater sources.
Other Water Quality Reports in Vermont
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- 05009 (White River Junction)
- 05030 (Ascutney)
- 05031 (Barnard)
- 05032 (Bethel) - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 05033 (Bradford)
- 05034 (Bridgewater)
- 05035 (Bridgewater Corners)
- 05036 (Brookfield)
- 05037 (Brownsville)
- 05038 (Chelsea)
- 05039 (Corinth)
- 05040 (East Corinth)
- 05041 (East Randolph) - 25 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 05042 (East Ryegate)
- 05043 (East Thetford)
- 05045 (Fairlee)
- 05046 (Groton)
- 05047 (Hartford)
- 05048 (Hartland) - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 05462 (Huntington) - 5 mi
- 05445 (Charlotte) - 7 mi - 25 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 05469 (Monkton) - 7 mi
- 05482 (Shelburne) - 7 mi - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 05495 (Williston) - 7 mi - 6 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 05402 (Burlington) - 7 mi
- 05405 (Burlington) - 7 mi
- 05406 (Burlington) - 7 mi
- 05407 (South Burlington) - 7 mi
- 05453 (Essex Junction) - 7 mi
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Hinesburg Water Department (VT0005070) on EPA.gov.
4 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.
Environmental Hazards (11) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (8) OK
Cost & Community (9) HIGH
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
Protect Your Home in Hinesburg
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Home & Flood Insurance
The ZIP code for this report in Hinesburg has 5 FEMA flood claims 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 05461 was built around 1987. 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 05461 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 0 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 05461 (primary system: Hinesburg Water Department), including 0 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 05461's water come from?
The recorded water source for Hinesburg Water Department, a system mapped to ZIP code 05461, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 2,800 people.
How can I get my water tested in Hinesburg?
If Hinesburg Water Department 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 05461 tap water?
The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 05461 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0017 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2023-12-31). 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 05461?
05461 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 3 (low county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Chittenden 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 05461?
FEMA records contain 5 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 05461; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is A, 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). Hinesburg, VT (05461) Home Safety Report. https://zipcheckup.com/report/05461/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 05461
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05462 | Huntington, VT | 5.1 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 05445 | Charlotte, VT | 6.6 mi | N/A | 25 |
| 05469 | Monkton, VT | 6.8 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 05482 | Shelburne, VT | 7.0 mi | A | 4 |
| 05495 | Williston, VT | 7.1 mi | A | 6 |
| 05402 | Burlington, VT | 7.5 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 05405 | Burlington, VT | 7.5 mi | A | 0 |
| 05406 | Burlington, VT | 7.5 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 05407 | South Burlington, VT | 7.5 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 05453 | Essex Junction, VT | 7.5 mi | N/A | 0 |
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