Water Quality in TOWNSHEND, VT (05353)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 05353.
108
Total Violations
4
Health-Based
104
Monitoring / Reporting
105
Resolved
What does this mean?
105 of 108 violations have been resolved. 4 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 104 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (108 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon tetrachloride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Liver problems; increased risk of cancer |
| 1,1-Dichloroethylene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Carbon tetrachloride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Liver problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Carbon tetrachloride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Liver problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Trichloroethylene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Liver problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Trichloroethylene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Liver problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Trichloroethylene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Liver problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Trichloroethylene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Liver problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Benzene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Anemia; decrease in blood platelets; increased risk of cancer |
| Benzene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Anemia; decrease in blood platelets; increased risk of cancer |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(92)
Carbon tetrachloride
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Benzene
03
Benzene
03
Benzene
03
Benzene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Xylenes, Total
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
Toluene
03
Toluene
03
Toluene
03
Toluene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
Styrene
03
Styrene
03
Styrene
03
Styrene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Vinyl chloride
03
Vinyl chloride
03
Vinyl chloride
03
Vinyl chloride
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
2023(5)
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
How Does This Compare?
TOWNSHEND (05353) has 108 recorded violations, including 4 health-based. 3 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
Reverse Osmosis System
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.