Pownal Fire District 2
EPA ID: VT0020734 · 682 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Pownal Fire District 2 (VT0020734): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Over the tracked period, Pownal Fire District 2 logged 1 EPA violation - each has been remedied, and the system now supplies 682 people in good standing.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Pownal Fire District 2 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary - Grade B
Service Area Demographics
The Pownal Fire District 2 serves a community with a median household income of $63,724 and an estimated 2,200 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.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Pownal Fire District 2'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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Pownal Fire District 2 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
Similar-sized systems in Vermont
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Pownal Fire District 2 (EPA ID: VT0020734) is a community water system in Vermont that serves approximately 682 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 05261 in Pownal.
ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: B (83/100)
This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 1 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.
Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.
Violation History
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0013 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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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.
- 05261 - Pownal
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Pownal Fire District 2 (VT0020734) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pownal Fire District 2 water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Pownal Fire District 2; 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 Pownal Fire District 2 serve?
Pownal Fire District 2 serves approximately 682 people across 1 ZIP code in Vermont.
Where does Pownal Fire District 2 get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Pownal Fire District 2 (VT): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/vt0020734/
@misc{zipcheckup-water-system-vt0020734,
author = {{ZipCheckup}},
title = {{Pownal Fire District 2 (VT): 1 EPA Violation}},
year = {n.d.},
url = {https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/vt0020734/}
}
What You Can Do
Test your water
Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter →
Check your specific ZIP code
Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →
Contact your utility
Pownal Fire District 2 (EPA ID: VT0020734) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.