Rutland Town Fire District 6
EPA ID: VT0005378 · 137 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Rutland Town Fire District 6 (VT0005378): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. Across the reporting cycles included in federal data, Rutland Town Fire District 6 has no EPA violation entries - the file covers a service population of approximately 137 residents and says nothing about individual household plumbing.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Rutland Town Fire District 6 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Rutland Town Fire District 6 have a median household income of $58,744 and about 20,142 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 84% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Rutland Town Fire District 6's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Infrastructure Risk
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System Overview
Rutland Town Fire District 6 (EPA ID: VT0005378) is a community water system in Vermont that serves approximately 137 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 05701 in Rutland.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0056 mg/L | No | 2023-12-31 |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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.
- 05701 - Rutland
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Rutland Town Fire District 6 (VT0005378) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rutland Town Fire District 6 water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Rutland Town Fire District 6 in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does Rutland Town Fire District 6 serve?
Rutland Town Fire District 6 serves approximately 137 people across 1 ZIP code in Vermont.
Where does Rutland Town Fire District 6 get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Rutland Town Fire District 6 Water Quality Report, VT. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/vt0005378/
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