Water System Report VT

Readsboro Town of

EPA ID: VT0005028 · 375 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Readsboro Town of — a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 375 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

B · 73
Avg Safety Score
375
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0017 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$239K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Readsboro Town of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$69,190
Median Household Income
1,694
Service Area Population
21%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
85th
Energy Burden Percentile
69%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Readsboro Town of serves a community with a median household income of $69,190 and an estimated 1,694 residents across its service area. Approximately 69% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Readsboro Town of's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
55th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 3% of homes in Windham County, Vermont rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

51 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
20 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 72% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,500
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,900

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

Readsboro Town of (EPA ID: VT0005028) is a community water system in Vermont that serves approximately 375 people from surface water sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: B (73/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
05350 0.0017 mg/L No N/A

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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Readsboro Town of (VT0005028) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Readsboro Town of water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Readsboro Town of has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Readsboro Town of serve?

Readsboro Town of serves approximately 375 people across 2 ZIP codes in Vermont.

Where does Readsboro Town of get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Water Source & Treatment

Where this water originates and how it's treated before reaching your tap.

Source
Surface water
Drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs.

Source: READSBORO TOWN OF Consumer Confidence Report.

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility. Treatment and source data are sourced from the utility's published CCR filings.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
126
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 375
Reported to Vermont

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Readsboro Town of safe to drink?
Readsboro Town of earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Readsboro Town of meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Readsboro Town of serve?
Readsboro Town of serves approximately 375 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Readsboro Town of's water source?
Readsboro Town of draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Readsboro Town of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0017 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Readsboro Town of's service area?
The Readsboro Town of service area has a median household income of $69,190. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Readsboro Town of get its water?
Readsboro Town of's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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