A80/100
BARRE CITY WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 14,000 people · Vermont
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
VT0005254
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 270.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2010.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About BARRE CITY WATER SYSTEM
Is BARRE CITY WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
BARRE CITY WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (80/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BARRE CITY WATER SYSTEM detected?
76 contaminants were tested in BARRE CITY WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BARRE CITY WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, BARRE CITY WATER SYSTEM has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2010. Violation types include MCL, MR, TT. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does BARRE CITY WATER SYSTEM serve?
BARRE CITY WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 14,000 people, Vermont. The system provides water to 1 community: Barre City.
What type of water does BARRE CITY WATER SYSTEM provide?
BARRE CITY WATER SYSTEM sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is VT0005254.
How does BARRE CITY WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Vermont?
BARRE CITY WATER SYSTEM scores 80/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Vermont state page for a full comparison of water systems.