C42/100
HARDWICK TOWN WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,900 people · Vermont
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
VT0005039
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 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 HARDWICK TOWN WATER SYSTEM
Is HARDWICK TOWN WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
HARDWICK TOWN WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (42/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 15 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HARDWICK TOWN WATER SYSTEM detected?
1 contaminants were tested in HARDWICK TOWN WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HARDWICK TOWN WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, HARDWICK TOWN WATER SYSTEM has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR, MCL. 10 are health-based violations.
How many people does HARDWICK TOWN WATER SYSTEM serve?
HARDWICK TOWN WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 1,900 people, Vermont. The system provides water to 1 community: Hardwick.
What type of water does HARDWICK TOWN WATER SYSTEM provide?
HARDWICK TOWN WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is VT0005039.
How does HARDWICK TOWN WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Vermont?
HARDWICK TOWN WATER SYSTEM scores 42/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Vermont state page for a full comparison of water systems.