D35/100
CASTLETON FIRE DISTRICT 1 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,940 people · Vermont
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
VT0005212
Violations
42
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed to conduct Level 1 Assessment
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: February 27, 2025Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – November 13, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 CASTLETON FIRE DISTRICT 1
Is CASTLETON FIRE DISTRICT 1 water safe to drink?
CASTLETON FIRE DISTRICT 1 water receives a grade of D (35/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 42 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CASTLETON FIRE DISTRICT 1 detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CASTLETON FIRE DISTRICT 1's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CASTLETON FIRE DISTRICT 1 have any EPA violations?
Yes, CASTLETON FIRE DISTRICT 1 has 42 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, Other, MON. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does CASTLETON FIRE DISTRICT 1 serve?
CASTLETON FIRE DISTRICT 1 serves approximately 1,940 people, Vermont. The system provides water to 1 community: Castleton.
What type of water does CASTLETON FIRE DISTRICT 1 provide?
CASTLETON FIRE DISTRICT 1 sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is VT0005212.
How does CASTLETON FIRE DISTRICT 1 compare to other utilities in Vermont?
CASTLETON FIRE DISTRICT 1 scores 35/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Vermont state page for a full comparison of water systems.