B73/100
FAIRFAX WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,550 people · Vermont
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
VT0005117
Violations
11
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: February 1, 2025 – February 28, 2025Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – November 8, 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 FAIRFAX WATER DEPT
Is FAIRFAX WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
FAIRFAX WATER DEPT water receives a grade of B (73/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has FAIRFAX WATER DEPT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in FAIRFAX WATER DEPT's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does FAIRFAX WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, FAIRFAX WATER DEPT has 11 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MON, Other, MR. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does FAIRFAX WATER DEPT serve?
FAIRFAX WATER DEPT serves approximately 1,550 people, Vermont. The system provides water to 1 community: Fairfax.
What type of water does FAIRFAX WATER DEPT provide?
FAIRFAX WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is VT0005117.
How does FAIRFAX WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Vermont?
FAIRFAX WATER DEPT scores 73/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Vermont state page for a full comparison of water systems.