Water Quality in COLCHESTER, VT (05446)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 05446.

249

Total Violations

5

Health-Based

244

Monitoring / Reporting

242

Resolved

What does this mean?

242 of 249 violations have been resolved. 5 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 244 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.

Water systems: 49 Population served: 14,382

Violations Detail (249 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 1, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 1, 2025ActiveN/A
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ADec 29, 2024ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ADec 29, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(2)

Public Notice

76

Jul 1Active

Public Notice

76

Jul 1Active

2024(80)

Nitrate

03

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Toluene

03

Sep 30Resolved

p-Dichlorobenzene

03

Sep 30Resolved

Toluene

03

Sep 30Resolved

Vinyl chloride

03

Sep 30Resolved

Vinyl chloride

03

Sep 30Resolved

Vinyl chloride

03

Sep 30Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

03

Sep 30Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

03

Sep 30Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

03

Sep 30Resolved

Trichloroethylene

03

Sep 30Resolved

Trichloroethylene

03

Sep 30Resolved

Trichloroethylene

03

Sep 30Resolved

Tetrachloroethylene

03

Sep 30Resolved

Tetrachloroethylene

03

Sep 30Resolved

Tetrachloroethylene

03

Sep 30Resolved

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Sep 30Resolved

Toluene

03

Sep 30Resolved

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Sep 30Resolved

o-Dichlorobenzene

03

Sep 30Resolved

o-Dichlorobenzene

03

Sep 30Resolved

o-Dichlorobenzene

03

Sep 30Resolved

1,1-Dichloroethylene

03

Sep 30Resolved

1,1-Dichloroethylene

03

Sep 30Resolved

1,1-Dichloroethylene

03

Sep 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloroethane

03

Sep 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloroethane

03

Sep 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloroethane

03

Sep 30Resolved

1,1,1-Trichloroethane

03

Sep 30Resolved

1,1,1-Trichloroethane

03

Sep 30Resolved

1,1,1-Trichloroethane

03

Sep 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloropropane

03

Sep 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloropropane

03

Sep 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloropropane

03

Sep 30Resolved

Ethylbenzene

03

Sep 30Resolved

Ethylbenzene

03

Sep 30Resolved

Ethylbenzene

03

Sep 30Resolved

Benzene

03

Sep 30Resolved

Benzene

03

Sep 30Resolved

Benzene

03

Sep 30Resolved

Styrene

03

Sep 30Resolved

Styrene

03

Sep 30Resolved

Styrene

03

Sep 30Resolved

DICHLOROMETHANE

03

Sep 30Resolved

DICHLOROMETHANE

03

Sep 30Resolved

DICHLOROMETHANE

03

Sep 30Resolved

1,1,2-Trichloroethane

03

Sep 30Resolved

1,1,2-Trichloroethane

03

Sep 30Resolved

1,1,2-Trichloroethane

03

Sep 30Resolved

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Sep 30Resolved

p-Dichlorobenzene

03

Sep 30Resolved

p-Dichlorobenzene

03

Sep 30Resolved

Xylenes, Total

03

Sep 30Resolved

Xylenes, Total

03

Sep 30Resolved

Xylenes, Total

03

Sep 30Resolved

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene

03

Sep 30Resolved

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene

03

Sep 30Resolved

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene

03

Sep 30Resolved

CHLOROBENZENE

03

Sep 30Resolved

CHLOROBENZENE

03

Sep 30Resolved

CHLOROBENZENE

03

Sep 30Resolved

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Sep 30Resolved

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Sep 30Resolved

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Sep 30Resolved

Public Notice

76

Jul 1Active

Public Notice

76

Jul 1Active

How Does This Compare?

COLCHESTER (05446) has 249 recorded violations, including 5 health-based. 7 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

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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