A84/100
COLCHESTER FIRE DISTRICT 2 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,300 people · Vermont
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
VT0005059
Violations
12
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Enforcement: 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 COLCHESTER FIRE DISTRICT 2
Is COLCHESTER FIRE DISTRICT 2 water safe to drink?
COLCHESTER FIRE DISTRICT 2 water receives a grade of A (84/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has COLCHESTER FIRE DISTRICT 2 detected?
31 contaminants were tested in COLCHESTER FIRE DISTRICT 2's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does COLCHESTER FIRE DISTRICT 2 have any EPA violations?
Yes, COLCHESTER FIRE DISTRICT 2 has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does COLCHESTER FIRE DISTRICT 2 serve?
COLCHESTER FIRE DISTRICT 2 serves approximately 8,300 people, Vermont. The system provides water to 1 community: Colchester.
What type of water does COLCHESTER FIRE DISTRICT 2 provide?
COLCHESTER FIRE DISTRICT 2 sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is VT0005059.
How does COLCHESTER FIRE DISTRICT 2 compare to other utilities in Vermont?
COLCHESTER FIRE DISTRICT 2 scores 84/100 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.