Water System Report VT

Irasburg Fd #1

EPA ID: VT0005200 · 200 people served · 1 ZIP code

From the earliest to the most recent cycle in the five-year EPA window, Irasburg Fd #1 has logged zero violations — no MCL exceedances, no health advisories, and no enforcement activity across the entire period for the 200 people in its service area, a record that stands up well against both state and national benchmarks.

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

B · 83
Avg Safety Score
200
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$231K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Irasburg Fd #1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$78,125
Median Household Income
1,414
Service Area Population
50%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
45%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Irasburg Fd #1 serves a community with a median household income of $78,125 and an estimated 1,414 residents across its service area. Approximately 45% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 50% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Irasburg Fd #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

Comparable Water Systems

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Sterling Spring
200 people
0 violations
C 7 violations
C 10 violations
Albany Water System
200 people
B 2 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $400

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

Irasburg Fd #1 (EPA ID: VT0005200) is a community water system in Vermont that serves approximately 200 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 05845 in Irasburg.

Average Home Safety Score: B (83/100)

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

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
05845 0.001 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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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 Irasburg Fd #1 (VT0005200) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irasburg Fd #1 water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Irasburg Fd #1 serve?

Irasburg Fd #1 serves approximately 200 people across 1 ZIP code in Vermont.

Where does Irasburg Fd #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: IRASBURG FD #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.

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Lead Service Line Inventory

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

0
Confirmed Lead
5
Galvanized — Replacement Required
2
Unknown Material
71
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: 200
Reported to Vermont

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Irasburg Fd #1 safe to drink?
Irasburg Fd #1 earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Irasburg Fd #1 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Irasburg Fd #1 serve?
Irasburg Fd #1 serves approximately 200 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Irasburg Fd #1's water source?
Irasburg Fd #1 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Irasburg Fd #1's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Irasburg Fd #1's service area?
The Irasburg Fd #1 service area has a median household income of $78,125. EPA EJScreen data classifies 50% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Irasburg Fd #1 get its water?
Irasburg Fd #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.
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