D39/100
HINESBURG WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,800 people · Vermont
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
VT0005070
Violations
54
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
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 HINESBURG WATER DEPT
Is HINESBURG WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
HINESBURG WATER DEPT water receives a grade of D (39/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 54 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HINESBURG WATER DEPT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in HINESBURG WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HINESBURG WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, HINESBURG WATER DEPT has 54 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does HINESBURG WATER DEPT serve?
HINESBURG WATER DEPT serves approximately 2,800 people, Vermont. The system provides water to 1 community: Hinesburg.
What type of water does HINESBURG WATER DEPT provide?
HINESBURG WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is VT0005070.
How does HINESBURG WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Vermont?
HINESBURG WATER DEPT scores 39/100 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.