Water System Report VT

Johnson Village Water Department

EPA ID: VT0005156 · 1,350 people served · 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Johnson Village Water Department (VT0005156): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, Johnson Village Water Department stands out with zero EPA violations over five consecutive monitoring years, delivering safe tap water to 1,350 residents and showing no enforcement activity across the entire reporting span.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,350
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0022 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$189K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$53,828
Median Household Income
3,475
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
60%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Johnson Village Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $53,828 and an estimated 3,475 residents across its service area. Approximately 60% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Johnson Village Water Department'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

39 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
31 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 56% 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 Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,800
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,200

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

Johnson Village Water Department (EPA ID: VT0005156) is a community water system in Vermont that serves approximately 1,350 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 05656 in Johnson.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0022 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 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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

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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 Johnson Village Water Department (VT0005156) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Johnson Village Water Department water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Johnson Village Water Department 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 Johnson Village Water Department serve?

Johnson Village Water Department serves approximately 1,350 people across 1 ZIP code in Vermont.

Where does Johnson Village Water Department get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Johnson Village Water Department meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Johnson Village Water Department serve?
Johnson Village Water Department serves approximately 1,350 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Johnson Village Water Department's water source?
Johnson Village Water Department draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Johnson Village Water Department'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 Johnson Village Water Department's service area?
The Johnson Village Water Department service area has a median household income of $53,828. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Johnson Village Water Department get its water?
Johnson Village Water Department'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.

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