Water System Report VT

Burke Mountain Water Company

EPA ID: VT0005503 · 1,058 people served · 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Burke Mountain Water Company (VT0005503): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Zero EPA violations over five years - Burke Mountain Water Company has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 1,058.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,058
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0011 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$229K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Burke Mountain Water Company Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$67,076
Median Household Income
9,565
Service Area Population
32%
Disadvantaged Population
55th
Poverty Percentile
93th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Burke Mountain Water Company serves a community with a median household income of $67,076 and an estimated 9,565 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 32% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Burke Mountain Water Company'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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
55th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

51 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
19 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 73% 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 $750
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,150

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

Burke Mountain Water Company (EPA ID: VT0005503) is a community water system in Vermont that serves approximately 1,058 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0011 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.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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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 Burke Mountain Water Company (VT0005503) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Burke Mountain Water Company water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Burke Mountain Water Company 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 Burke Mountain Water Company serve?

Burke Mountain Water Company serves approximately 1,058 people across 4 ZIP codes in Vermont.

Where does Burke Mountain Water Company get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Burke Mountain Water Company meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Burke Mountain Water Company serve?
Burke Mountain Water Company serves approximately 1,058 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Burke Mountain Water Company's water source?
Burke Mountain Water Company draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Burke Mountain Water Company's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0011 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Burke Mountain Water Company's service area?
The Burke Mountain Water Company service area has a median household income of $67,076. EPA EJScreen data classifies 32% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Burke Mountain Water Company get its water?
Burke Mountain Water Company'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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