Water System Report VT

Cuttingsville Fire District

EPA ID: VT0005241 · 108 people served · 1 ZIP code

Unlike many utilities its size, Cuttingsville Fire District carries a violation-free five-year record — no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 108 people.

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

B · 78
Avg Safety Score
108
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0036 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$298K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$89,306
Median Household Income
1,287
Service Area Population
15%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
68%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Cuttingsville Fire District serves a community with a median household income of $89,306 and an estimated 1,287 residents across its service area. Approximately 68% 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

Cuttingsville Fire District'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Rutland 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

52 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 74% 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 $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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

Cuttingsville Fire District (EPA ID: VT0005241) is a community water system in Vermont that serves approximately 108 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 05738 in Cuttingsville.

Average Home Safety Score: B (78/100)

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
05738 0.0036 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

  • 05738 — Cuttingsville

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Cuttingsville Fire District (VT0005241) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cuttingsville Fire District water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Cuttingsville Fire District serve?

Cuttingsville Fire District serves approximately 108 people across 1 ZIP code in Vermont.

Where does Cuttingsville Fire District 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: Cuttingsville Fire District 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
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
9
Unknown Material
27
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: 108
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 Cuttingsville Fire District safe to drink?
Cuttingsville Fire District 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?
Cuttingsville Fire District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Cuttingsville Fire District serve?
Cuttingsville Fire District serves approximately 108 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Cuttingsville Fire District's water source?
Cuttingsville Fire District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Cuttingsville Fire District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0036 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Cuttingsville Fire District's service area?
The Cuttingsville Fire District service area has a median household income of $89,306. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Cuttingsville Fire District get its water?
Cuttingsville Fire District'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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