Monitoring Violations VT

Coventry Fire District 1

EPA ID: VT0005191 · 251 people served · 1 ZIP code

Dating back across the full five-year EPA tracking window, Coventry Fire District 1 encountered 1 violation, each subsequently remedied and closed — today the utility meets all federal drinking water requirements for the 251 residents in its service area and holds no open enforcement actions.

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

B · 75
Avg Safety Score
251
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
1
Contaminants Flagged
$223K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Coventry Fire District 1'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

About 1% of homes in Orleans 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

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

Detected Contaminants

How Coventry Fire District 1 compares to EPA limits

Barium 1 mg/L (50% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 2 mg/L

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Vermont

C 11 violations
Ledges System 1
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D 11 violations
0 violations
Fernwood Manor Mhp
250 people
0 violations
D 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $2,500
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,900

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,900 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Coventry Fire District 1 (EPA ID: VT0005191) is a community water system in Vermont that serves approximately 251 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 05825 in Coventry.

Average Home Safety Score: B (75/100)

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

Violation History

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

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Barium Inorganic 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

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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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 Coventry Fire District 1 (VT0005191) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coventry Fire District 1 water safe to drink?

Coventry Fire District 1 has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Coventry Fire District 1 serve?

Coventry Fire District 1 serves approximately 251 people across 1 ZIP code in Vermont.

Where does Coventry Fire District 1 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Water Source & Treatment

Where this water originates and how it's treated before reaching your tap.

Source
Groundwater
Drawn from underground aquifers via wells.

Source: Coventry Fire District 1 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
2
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
52
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: 251
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 Coventry Fire District 1 safe to drink?
Coventry Fire District 1 earns a B safety grade with 1 violation in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Coventry Fire District 1's water?
Detected contaminants include Barium. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 recorded violation, 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 Coventry Fire District 1 serve?
Coventry Fire District 1 serves approximately 251 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Coventry Fire District 1's water source?
Coventry Fire District 1 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Where does Coventry Fire District 1 get its water?
Coventry Fire District 1'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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Coventry Fire District 1 (EPA ID: VT0005191) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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