Riverview Commons
EPA ID: VT0005086 ยท 388 people served ยท 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Riverview Commons (VT0005086): 1 violation on record since 2021. Past violations at Riverview Commons total 1, all marked resolved; it supplies 388 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Riverview Commons Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Riverview Commons have a median household income of $118,214 and about 4,374 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 58% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
๐ง Where Does Your Water Come From?
Riverview Commons's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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
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System Overview
Riverview Commons (EPA ID: VT0005086) is a community water system in Vermont that serves approximately 388 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 05477 in Richmond.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 1, 2021 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0011 mg/L | No | 2025-12-31 |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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.
- 05477 - Richmond
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Riverview Commons (VT0005086) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Riverview Commons water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Riverview Commons; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Riverview Commons serve?
Riverview Commons serves approximately 388 people across 1 ZIP code in Vermont.
Where does Riverview Commons get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Riverview Commons (VT): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/vt0005086/
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What You Can Do
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Riverview Commons (EPA ID: VT0005086) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.