Water Quality in Barre, VT (05641)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 05641.
Active Health Violations
4 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 86% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
16,936
Population
55
Water Systems
34
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (55)
Barre City Water System
Central Vermont Medical Center
All resolvedEast Barre Fd 1
Crystal Spring Water Co.
Northeast Kingdom International Airport
All resolvedHilltop Inn
Hilltop Restaurant
Berlin Health Rehabilitation Ctr
1 health-basedGreen Mountain Community Fitness
Barre Montpelier Sda Church
Canadian Club
Barre Country Club
1 health-basedCentral Vermont Home Health And Hospice
Mscvt Water System
Limehurst Mhp
All resolvedDeep Rock Water Fire District 8
Evergreen Place
Wells Lamson Water Co
1075 Airport Road Llc
Pond View Llc - Joes Pond
1 health-basedMario'S Restaurant
Antsies Limit
Sir Anthony Motel
Barre Auditorium
Vermonter Motel
Country House Restaurant
Green Mountain Diner
Parking Lot, The
Lemays Motel & Cabins
2178 Airport Road
Anns Motel & Cabins
Jacks Backyard
Sweet Shop, The
Scotty'S Place
Motel Pierre Of Barre
Knoll Motel
Denis Restaurant
Woodruff House
Rendezvous Ii Rest.
Gusto'S
Round Table Restaurant
Arnholms Motel
Hollow Motel, The
Nantucket Restaurant
Murphys Law
Rutland State Airport
All resolvedWheeler Brook Housing Development
Knapp State Airport
All resolvedDummerston Highway Garage Aot
All resolvedMt. View Acres Water System
Birchwood Park
1 health-basedMaggie York House, The
Brookside Country Store
Birchwood Motor Inn
Morrisville Stowe Airport
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
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 2025
How Does This Compare?
Barre (05641) has more violations than 86% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 34.
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
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.