Water Quality in Pownal, VT (05261)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 05261.
Active Health Violations
3 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 88% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,171
Population
28
Water Systems
40
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (28)
Pownal Fire District 2
Pownal Elementary School
All resolvedPownal Water Co
Pine Hollow Campground
American Legion Post 90
2 health-basedBarbers Pond Trailer Par
Lampman Water System
Oak Hill Childrens Ctr Pownal Preschool
Pownal Tannery Reservoir
Ladd Brook Inn
Roost, The
5 C Inc
Pownal Fire District 3
All resolvedShady Acres Campground
Shamrock Court
Evergreen Mhp
1 health-basedSunset Farms Mhp
Farm House Nursery School
Burdick Mhp
Maplewood Inn
Dutch Haven Motor Court
Center Dairy Bar
Bartels Lodge
Pownal Market & Deli
Dug A Way Motel
Town Memorial Park
Gail & Irving Tanzman Bed & Breakfast
Cornish Wire Products
Contaminants Found
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Pownal (05261) has more violations than 88% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 40.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.