Water Quality in Burlington, VT (05446)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 05446.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation 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 92% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
16,452
Population
51
Water Systems
59
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (51)
Burlington Dept Public Works Water Div
Ibm Well Water System
Colchester Fire District 2
All resolvedSouthern Vermont Arts Center
All resolvedWestbury Park
Braults M.H.P.
Mills Point
St Annes Shrine
Camp Dudley At Kiniya
Spaulding West Shore
Mallets Bay Water Co
North Harbor
Camp Precast
Mills Point
Spalding West Shore Asso
Sand Dunes
Sand Dunes
Colchester Point
Colchester Point
Captain Malletts
Nourses Water Co
143-145 Windridge Drive
Malletts Bay Drive-In Th
St. Michaels College
Beach & Boat Motel
Finny'S Fine Foods
Zacharys Pizza House
Franks Place
Sunset Drive-In Theatre
Sadies
B.U. Emporium
Sandy Beach Cottages
Clover House Restaurant
Yankee Lanes
Bay Harbour Cottages
Broadacres Roller Skatin
Dj'S Pizza & Sub Deli,In
Jimmys Bay Side Snack Ba
Casa Romano
Fairfax Commons
Kindle Farm Childrens Services
All resolvedChimney Hill Colchester
All resolvedMount Ascutney Mhp
All resolvedTessiers Cottages
Riverside Mhp
1 health-basedCurfew Motel
Grand View Motor Inn
Marble Island Resort
Tims Pizza & Deli
Pine Meadow Development
Green Mountain Mennonite Fellowship
All resolvedContaminants Found
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Burlington (05446) has more violations than 92% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 59.
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.