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Starksboro Village Water Coop

EPA ID: VT0005005 ยท 350 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Starksboro Village Water Coop (VT0005005): 24 EPA violations in the last five years. Water monitoring history for Starksboro Village Water Coop includes 24 violations, each addressed and closed - the system holds no active EPA enforcement today for its 350 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

350
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
24
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0005 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
24
Contaminants Flagged
$288K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Starksboro Village Water Coop Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$82,188
Median Household Income
7,971
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
55%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Starksboro Village Water Coop serves a community with a median household income of $82,188 and an estimated 7,971 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Starksboro Village Water Coop'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 69% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Starksboro Village Water Coop compares to EPA limits

PFOA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.000004 mg/L
PFNA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.00001 mg/L
Chlorodibromomethane 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen)
Bromate 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.01 mg/L
Monochloroacetic Acid 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L

What This Means For You

PFOA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.000004 mg/L.

PFNA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.00001 mg/L.

Chlorodibromomethane at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Bromate at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.01 mg/L.

Monochloroacetic Acid at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L.

Chlorodibromomethane was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,600 (one-time) vs. $15,000 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Starksboro Village Water Coop (EPA ID: VT0005005) is a community water system in Vermont that serves approximately 350 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 24 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 24 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 PFOA Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 PFNA Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Monochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Dichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Bromodichloromethane Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Dibromochloromethane Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Bromoform Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Chlorodibromomethane Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Trichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Monobromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Dibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Bromochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Bromodichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Chlorodibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Tribromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 HAA6Br Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 HAA9 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Bromate Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Chlorate Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
PFOA PFAS 1 No
PFNA PFAS 1 No
Monochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromodichloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dibromochloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromoform Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Chlorodibromomethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Trichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Monobromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dibromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromodichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Chlorodibromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Tribromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0005 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.

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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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Starksboro Village Water Coop (VT0005005) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Starksboro Village Water Coop water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Starksboro Village Water Coop; its 24 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Starksboro Village Water Coop serve?

Starksboro Village Water Coop serves approximately 350 people across 2 ZIP codes in Vermont.

Where does Starksboro Village Water Coop get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Starksboro Village Water Coop's water?
Detected contaminants include PFOA, PFNA, Chlorodibromomethane, Bromate. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Starksboro Village Water Coop serve?
Starksboro Village Water Coop serves approximately 350 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Starksboro Village Water Coop's water source?
Starksboro Village Water Coop draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Starksboro Village Water Coop's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0005 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Starksboro Village Water Coop's service area?
The Starksboro Village Water Coop service area has a median household income of $82,188. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Starksboro Village Water Coop get its water?
Starksboro Village Water Coop'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Starksboro Village Water Coop (VT): 24 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/vt0005005/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

Contact your utility

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