Water Quality in Jay, VT (05859)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 05859.
Active Health Violations
2 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 88% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,123
Population
29
Water Systems
38
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (29)
Jay Peak Water System
North Troy Water System
All resolvedTroy Water System
Jay Peak Village Phase I
Slopeside Condominium
Jay Westfield Elementary School
All resolvedState Chalet
Hotel Jay
Jay Peak Sky Haus
All resolvedBase Camp Rv Park And Campground
All resolvedInglenook Lodge
Jay Village Inn And Restaurant
All resolvedJay Village Inn
Schneehutte Der Gemutlic
Schneehutte Inne
Jay Peak Mountainside Condos
Jay Peak Subdivision Ii
Hotel Jay Pool Snack Bar
Inglenook Lodge
Inglenook Lodge
Snowline
All resolvedWoodshed
Cajuns Snack Bar
2 health-basedTrillium Woods Water System
Schneehutte Der Gemutlic
Chalet Pinegrove
Pleasures
Shallowbrook Owners Association Inc
Jay Country Store
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Jay (05859) has more violations than 88% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 38.
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.
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.