Monitoring Violations VT

Swanton Village Water

EPA ID: VT0005132 · 4,000 people served · 4 ZIP codes

Tallying the federal enforcement file for Swanton Village Water yields 4 open violations that have not been formally closed — each finding sits in the EPA database while the utility continues to deliver water to approximately 4,000 residents and works through the required corrective action process.

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

C · 58
Avg Safety Score
4,000
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
5
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0028 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
2
Contaminants Flagged
$267K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$70,752
Median Household Income
25,496
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Swanton Village Water serves a community with a median household income of $70,752 and an estimated 25,496 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% 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

Swanton Village Water'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.

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

About 2% of homes in Franklin 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

47 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
23 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 67% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Swanton Village Water compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Vermont

B 0 violations
B 4 violations
B 0 violations
B 7 violations
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,000

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,000 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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

SWANTON VILLAGE WATER (EPA ID: VT0005132) is a community water system in Vermont that serves approximately 4,000 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (58/100)

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

Violation History

5 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 4 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
05488 0.0028 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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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 3 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Swanton Village Water (VT0005132) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Swanton Village Water water safe to drink?

Swanton Village Water has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Swanton Village Water serve?

Swanton Village Water serves approximately 4,000 people across 4 ZIP codes in Vermont.

Where does Swanton Village Water 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: SWANTON VILLAGE WATER 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:

3
Confirmed Lead
4
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
1,365
Confirmed Non-Lead

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: 4,000
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 Swanton Village Water safe to drink?
Swanton Village Water has a C safety grade based on 5 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Swanton Village Water's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 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 Swanton Village Water serve?
Swanton Village Water serves approximately 4,000 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Swanton Village Water's water source?
Swanton Village Water draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Swanton Village Water's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0028 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Swanton Village Water's service area?
The Swanton Village Water service area has a median household income of $70,752. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Swanton Village Water get its water?
Swanton Village Water'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

Swanton Village Water (EPA ID: VT0005132) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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