Bristol Water Department
EPA ID: VT0005002 · 2,103 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Bristol Water Department (VT0005002): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Water monitoring for Bristol Water Department: clean, five years, 2,103 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Bristol Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Bristol Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $91,458 and an estimated 6,353 residents across its service area. Approximately 62% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Bristol Water Department's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.
System Overview
Bristol Water Department (EPA ID: VT0005002) is a community water system in Vermont that serves approximately 2,103 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 05443 in Bristol.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0019 mg/L | No | N/A |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
Radon Risk in Service Area
Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by VT or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.
- 05443 - Bristol
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Bristol Water Department (VT0005002) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bristol Water Department water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Bristol Water Department in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does Bristol Water Department serve?
Bristol Water Department serves approximately 2,103 people across 1 ZIP code in Vermont.
Where does Bristol Water Department get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Bristol Water Department Water Quality Report, VT. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/vt0005002/
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