Hardwick Town Water System
EPA ID: VT0005039 · 1,900 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Hardwick Town Water System (VT0005039): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. In the most recent five-year monitoring window, Hardwick Town Water System posted zero EPA violations serving 1,900 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Hardwick Town Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Hardwick Town Water System serves a community with a median household income of $75,965 and an estimated 3,730 residents across its service area. Approximately 63% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Hardwick Town Water System'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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Vermont
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
Hardwick Town Water System (EPA ID: VT0005039) is a community water system in Vermont that serves approximately 1,900 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0032 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.
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Hardwick Town Water System (VT0005039) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hardwick Town Water System water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Hardwick Town Water System 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 Hardwick Town Water System serve?
Hardwick Town Water System serves approximately 1,900 people across 2 ZIP codes in Vermont.
Where does Hardwick Town Water System get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Hardwick Town Water System Water Quality Report, VT. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/vt0005039/
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