South Alburgh Fire District 2
EPA ID: VT0020964 · 300 people served · 1 ZIP code
Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, South Alburgh Fire District 2 stands out with zero EPA violations over five consecutive monitoring years, delivering safe tap water to 300 residents and showing no enforcement activity across the entire reporting span.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Demographics
The South Alburgh Fire District 2 serves a community with a median household income of $64,390 and an estimated 1,802 residents across its service area. Approximately 54% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
South Alburgh Fire District 2's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.
About 0% of homes in Grand Isle 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
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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
South Alburgh Fire District 2 (EPA ID: VT0020964) is a community water system in Vermont that serves approximately 300 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 05440 in Alburgh.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
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
- 05440 — Alburgh
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for South Alburgh Fire District 2 (VT0020964) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is South Alburgh Fire District 2 water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, South Alburgh Fire District 2 has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does South Alburgh Fire District 2 serve?
South Alburgh Fire District 2 serves approximately 300 people across 1 ZIP code in Vermont.
Where does South Alburgh Fire District 2 get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.