F0/100
BOLTON COMMUNITY WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,030 people · Vermont
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
VT0005051
Violations
79
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.50 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2019.
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 BOLTON COMMUNITY WATER SYSTEM
Is BOLTON COMMUNITY WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
BOLTON COMMUNITY WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 79 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BOLTON COMMUNITY WATER SYSTEM detected?
2 contaminants were tested in BOLTON COMMUNITY WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BOLTON COMMUNITY WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, BOLTON COMMUNITY WATER SYSTEM has 79 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include MR, MCL, TT. 44 are health-based violations.
How many people does BOLTON COMMUNITY WATER SYSTEM serve?
BOLTON COMMUNITY WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 1,030 people, Vermont. The system provides water to 1 community: Bolton.
What type of water does BOLTON COMMUNITY WATER SYSTEM provide?
BOLTON COMMUNITY WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is VT0005051.
How does BOLTON COMMUNITY WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Vermont?
BOLTON COMMUNITY WATER SYSTEM scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Vermont state page for a full comparison of water systems.