A87/100
LUDLOW VILLAGE WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,818 people · Vermont
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
VT0005323
Violations
10
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)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – December 6, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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: April 1, 2022 – June 30, 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 LUDLOW VILLAGE WATER DEPT
Is LUDLOW VILLAGE WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
LUDLOW VILLAGE WATER DEPT water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has LUDLOW VILLAGE WATER DEPT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in LUDLOW VILLAGE WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LUDLOW VILLAGE WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, LUDLOW VILLAGE WATER DEPT has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does LUDLOW VILLAGE WATER DEPT serve?
LUDLOW VILLAGE WATER DEPT serves approximately 2,818 people, Vermont. The system provides water to 1 community: Ludlow.
What type of water does LUDLOW VILLAGE WATER DEPT provide?
LUDLOW VILLAGE WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is VT0005323.
How does LUDLOW VILLAGE WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Vermont?
LUDLOW VILLAGE WATER DEPT scores 87/100 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.