Historical Compliance Records VT

Town of Woodstock Water Department

EPA ID: VT0005343 ยท 2,473 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Town of Woodstock Water Department (VT0005343): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Town of Woodstock Water Department carries 1 resolved violation in the five-year EPA record - each has been formally closed, and the supplier, which serves approximately 2,473 people, now meets all applicable federal drinking water standards with no open enforcement activity remaining.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,473
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0035 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
1
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$113,707
Median Household Income
3,511
Service Area Population
11%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
75%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Town of Woodstock Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $113,707 and an estimated 3,511 residents across its service area. Approximately 75% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง 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.

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

Infrastructure Risk

63 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
9 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 88% 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 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,850
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,250

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 $2,250 (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

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 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 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
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based 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 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0035 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.

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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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 Town of Woodstock Water Department (VT0005343) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Town of Woodstock Water Department water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Town of Woodstock Water Department; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Town of Woodstock Water Department serve?

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

Where does Town of Woodstock Water Department get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Town of Woodstock Water Department's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 2 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 $113,707. 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.

How to cite this page

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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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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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