Water Quality in RUTLAND, VT (05701)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 05701.

236

Total Violations

95

Health-Based

141

Monitoring / Reporting

233

Resolved

What does this mean?

233 of 236 violations have been resolved. 95 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 141 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: 144 Population served: 14,227

Violations Detail (236 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 1, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 1, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)Health-BasedN/A11Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)Health-BasedN/A11Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)Health-BasedN/A11Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)Health-BasedN/A11Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(30)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Public Notice

76

Jul 1Active

Public Notice

76

Jul 1Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

27

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

27

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 23Resolved

2024(33)

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Dec 31Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Dec 31Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Dec 31Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

58

Dec 21Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

58

Dec 21Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

58

Dec 21Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

58

Dec 21Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Sep 30Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Sep 30Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Sep 30Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Sep 30Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

27

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

27

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

27

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

27

Mar 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

RUTLAND (05701) has 236 recorded violations, including 95 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

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

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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.

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