C49/100
NORTHFIELD WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,145 people · Vermont
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
VT0005275
Violations
12
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.60 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 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, 2025 – July 15, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – July 5, 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 NORTHFIELD WATER DEPT
Is NORTHFIELD WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
NORTHFIELD WATER DEPT water receives a grade of C (49/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 12 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has NORTHFIELD WATER DEPT detected?
52 contaminants were tested in NORTHFIELD WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NORTHFIELD WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, NORTHFIELD WATER DEPT has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MON, MR. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does NORTHFIELD WATER DEPT serve?
NORTHFIELD WATER DEPT serves approximately 5,145 people, Vermont. The system provides water to 1 community: Northfield.
What type of water does NORTHFIELD WATER DEPT provide?
NORTHFIELD WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is VT0005275.
How does NORTHFIELD WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Vermont?
NORTHFIELD WATER DEPT scores 49/100 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.