A93/100
BRATTLEBORO WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 12,200 people · Vermont
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
VT0005290
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 BRATTLEBORO WATER DEPT
Is BRATTLEBORO WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
BRATTLEBORO WATER DEPT water receives a grade of A (93/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BRATTLEBORO WATER DEPT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in BRATTLEBORO WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BRATTLEBORO WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, BRATTLEBORO WATER DEPT has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR.
How many people does BRATTLEBORO WATER DEPT serve?
BRATTLEBORO WATER DEPT serves approximately 12,200 people, Vermont. The system provides water to 1 community: Brattleboro.
What type of water does BRATTLEBORO WATER DEPT provide?
BRATTLEBORO WATER DEPT 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 VT0005290.
How does BRATTLEBORO WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Vermont?
BRATTLEBORO WATER DEPT scores 93/100 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.