Monitoring Violations VT

Town of Woodstock Water Department

EPA ID: VT0005343 · 2,473 people served · 4 ZIP codes

Federal compliance records for Town of Woodstock Water Department list 2 open violations that have not yet been resolved — the utility serves approximately 2,473 people, and each outstanding finding remains logged and active in the EPA enforcement database.

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

C · 62
Avg Safety Score
2,473
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
5
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0035 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
2
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Town of Woodstock Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$115,089
Median Household Income
3,714
Service Area Population
11%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
53%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Town of Woodstock Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $115,089 and an estimated 3,714 residents across its service area. Approximately 53% 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

Town of Woodstock 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Windsor 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

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
19 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 74% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Town of Woodstock Water Department compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Vermont

Mountain Water Company
2,400 people
D 9 violations
West Rutland Town
2,400 people
B 0 violations
C 0 violations
Chimney Hill
2,594 people
C 6 violations
B 4 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,225
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,625

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,625 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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

TOWN OF WOODSTOCK WATER DEPARTMENT (EPA ID: VT0005343) is a community water system in Vermont that serves approximately 2,473 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (62/100)

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

Violation History

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

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 4 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
05091 0.0035 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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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

Coverage: 2 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 2 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Town of Woodstock Water Department (VT0005343) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Town of Woodstock Water Department water safe to drink?

Town of Woodstock Water Department has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Town of Woodstock Water Department serve?

Town of Woodstock Water Department serves approximately 2,473 people across 4 ZIP codes in Vermont.

Where does Town of Woodstock Water Department 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: TOWN OF WOODSTOCK WATER DEPARTMENT 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
0
Unknown Material
807
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,473
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 Town of Woodstock Water Department safe to drink?
Town of Woodstock Water Department has a C safety grade based on 5 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Town of Woodstock Water Department's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule, Stage 1 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 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 Town of Woodstock Water Department serve?
Town of Woodstock Water Department serves approximately 2,473 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Town of Woodstock Water Department's water source?
Town of Woodstock Water Department draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Town of Woodstock Water Department's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0035 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Town of Woodstock Water Department's service area?
The Town of Woodstock Water Department service area has a median household income of $115,089. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Town of Woodstock Water Department get its water?
Town of Woodstock 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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

Town of Woodstock Water Department (EPA ID: VT0005343) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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