Health Violations Found VT 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Alburgh Village Water System

EPA ID: VT0005136 · 576 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Not yet resolved: 4 EPA violations at Alburgh Village Water System, affecting about 576 residents.

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

A · 91
Avg Safety Score
576
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
10
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0022 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
6
Contaminants Flagged
$252K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$69,063
Median Household Income
3,670
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Alburgh Village Water System serves a community with a median household income of $69,063 and an estimated 3,670 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% 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

Alburgh Village Water System'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Grand Isle 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

50 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
20 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 71% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Alburgh Village Water System compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 2 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 2 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 Organic Carbon at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 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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D 7 violations
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0 violations
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C 1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,350

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 $1,350 (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

Alburgh Village Water System (EPA ID: VT0005136) is a community water system in Vermont that serves approximately 576 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: A (91/100)

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

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 4 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unresolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2023 Total Organic Carbon Monitoring Resolved

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 2 No
Total Organic Carbon Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 Yes
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 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
05440 0.0022 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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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 Alburgh Village Water System (VT0005136) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alburgh Village Water System water safe to drink?

Alburgh Village Water System has recorded 1 health-based violation in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Alburgh Village Water System serve?

Alburgh Village Water System serves approximately 576 people across 3 ZIP codes in Vermont.

Where does Alburgh Village Water System 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: ALBURGH VILLAGE WATER SYSTEM 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
1
Galvanized — Replacement Required
231
Unknown Material
94
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: 576
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 Alburgh Village Water System safe to drink?
Alburgh Village Water System earns a A safety grade with 10 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Alburgh Village Water System's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Surface Water Treatment Rule, Total Organic Carbon, Stage 2 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 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 Alburgh Village Water System serve?
Alburgh Village Water System serves approximately 576 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Alburgh Village Water System's water source?
Alburgh Village Water System draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Alburgh Village Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0022 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Alburgh Village Water System's service area?
The Alburgh Village Water System service area has a median household income of $69,063. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Alburgh Village Water System get its water?
Alburgh Village Water System'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

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2

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3

Contact your utility

Alburgh Village Water System (EPA ID: VT0005136) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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