Water System Report VT

Berlin Municipal Water System

EPA ID: VT0021202 ยท 1,819 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Berlin Municipal Water System (VT0021202): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Berlin Municipal Water System - a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 1,819 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,819
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.003 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$261K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Berlin Municipal Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$72,132
Median Household Income
36,226
Service Area Population
5%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
77%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Berlin Municipal Water System serves a community with a median household income of $72,132 and an estimated 36,226 residents across its service area. Approximately 77% 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

Berlin Municipal Water System'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

66 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
2 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 97% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: PFAS5: 0.02 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Vermont

0 violations
1 violation
B 2 violations
Richford Water System
1,700 people
1 violation
2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,800
Radon Mitigation $267
PFAS Treatment $200
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $2,367

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,367 (one-time) vs. $330 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

Berlin Municipal Water System (EPA ID: VT0021202) is a community water system in Vermont that serves approximately 1,819 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 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
0.003 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.

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 Berlin Municipal Water System (VT0021202) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berlin Municipal Water System water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Berlin Municipal Water System 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 Berlin Municipal Water System serve?

Berlin Municipal Water System serves approximately 1,819 people across 3 ZIP codes in Vermont.

Where does Berlin Municipal Water System get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Berlin Municipal Water System meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Berlin Municipal Water System serve?
Berlin Municipal Water System serves approximately 1,819 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Berlin Municipal Water System's water source?
Berlin Municipal Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Berlin Municipal Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.003 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Berlin Municipal Water System's service area?
The Berlin Municipal Water System service area has a median household income of $72,132. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Berlin Municipal Water System get its water?
Berlin Municipal Water System'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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