Bolton Community Water System
EPA ID: VT0005051 · 1,030 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Bolton Community Water System (VT0005051): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. EPA data: Bolton Community Water System - zero violations, five years, 1,030 served.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Bolton Community Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Bolton Community Water System serves a community with a median household income of $88,015 and an estimated 3,429 residents across its service area. Approximately 65% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Bolton Community 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 80th 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
Bolton Community Water System (EPA ID: VT0005051) is a community water system in Vermont that serves approximately 1,030 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 05489 in Underhill.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0014 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 3 (Low Risk)
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.
- 05489 - Underhill
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Bolton Community Water System (VT0005051) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bolton Community Water System water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Bolton Community 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 Bolton Community Water System serve?
Bolton Community Water System serves approximately 1,030 people across 1 ZIP code in Vermont.
Where does Bolton Community Water System get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Bolton Community Water System Water Quality Report, VT. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/vt0005051/
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