Historical Compliance Records VT

Websterville Water System

EPA ID: VT0005247 ยท 367 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Websterville Water System (VT0005247): 21 EPA violations in the last five years. Beyond the 21 historical violations on Websterville Water System's EPA record, nothing remains open - the utility is currently compliant and supplies water to 367 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

367
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
21
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0012 mg/L
Max Lead Level
21
Contaminants Flagged
$224K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Websterville Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$70,019
Median Household Income
18,194
Service Area Population
5%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
87%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Websterville Water System serves a community with a median household income of $70,019 and an estimated 18,194 residents across its service area. Approximately 87% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Websterville Water System'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

103 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Lead
Pipe Material
1 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 99% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Websterville Water System compares to EPA limits

PFOA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.000004 mg/L
PFNA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.00001 mg/L
Chlorodibromomethane 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen)
Bromate 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.01 mg/L
Monochloroacetic Acid 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L

What This Means For You

PFOA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.000004 mg/L.

PFNA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.00001 mg/L.

Chlorodibromomethane at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Bromate at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.01 mg/L.

Monochloroacetic Acid at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: PFAS5: 0.02 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Chlorodibromomethane was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $600
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $200
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $1,300

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,665
10 years
$15,330
20 years
$30,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,300 (one-time) vs. $15,330 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

Websterville Water System (EPA ID: VT0005247) is a community water system in Vermont that serves approximately 367 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 21 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 21 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
April 1, 2024 PFOA Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 PFNA Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Monochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Dichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Bromodichloromethane Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Dibromochloromethane Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Bromoform Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Chlorodibromomethane Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Trichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Monobromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Dibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Bromochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Bromodichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Chlorodibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Tribromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 HAA6Br Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 HAA9 Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Bromate Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Chlorate Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Chloramine Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
PFOA PFAS 1 No
PFNA PFAS 1 No
Monochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromodichloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dibromochloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromoform Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Chlorodibromomethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Trichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Monobromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dibromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromodichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Chlorodibromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Tribromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0012 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.

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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 Websterville Water System (VT0005247) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Websterville Water System water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Websterville Water System; its 21 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Websterville Water System serve?

Websterville Water System serves approximately 367 people across 3 ZIP codes in Vermont.

Where does Websterville Water System get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Websterville Water System's water?
Detected contaminants include PFOA, PFNA, Chlorodibromomethane, Bromate. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 contaminants above EPA limits, 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 Websterville Water System serve?
Websterville Water System serves approximately 367 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Websterville Water System's water source?
Websterville Water System draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Websterville Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0012 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Websterville Water System's service area?
The Websterville Water System service area has a median household income of $70,019. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Websterville Water System get its water?
Websterville Water System'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Websterville Water System (VT): 21 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/vt0005247/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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