Water System Report VT

Alburgh Fire District 1

EPA ID: VT0005137 · 87 people served · 1 ZIP code

With a five-year violation-free history, Alburgh Fire District 1 deliver safe water to 87 residents.

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

87
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$240K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Alburgh Fire District 1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$64,390
Median Household Income
1,802
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
54%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Alburgh Fire District 1 serves a community with a median household income of $64,390 and an estimated 1,802 residents across its service area. Approximately 54% 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 Fire District 1'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.

Moderate 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

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 57% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,500

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

Alburgh Fire District 1 (EPA ID: VT0005137) is a community water system in Vermont that serves approximately 87 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 05440 in Alburgh.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Alburgh Fire District 1 (VT0005137) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alburgh Fire District 1 water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Alburgh Fire District 1 has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Alburgh Fire District 1 serve?

Alburgh Fire District 1 serves approximately 87 people across 1 ZIP code in Vermont.

Where does Alburgh Fire District 1 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
28
Unknown Material
0
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 87
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

Should I use a water filter?
Alburgh Fire District 1 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Alburgh Fire District 1 serve?
Alburgh Fire District 1 serves approximately 87 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Alburgh Fire District 1's water source?
Alburgh Fire District 1 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Alburgh Fire District 1's service area?
The Alburgh Fire District 1 service area has a median household income of $64,390. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Alburgh Fire District 1 get its water?
Alburgh Fire District 1'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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