A90/100
POULTNEY WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,400 people · Vermont
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
VT0005227
Violations
7
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 2014.
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 POULTNEY WATER DEPT
Is POULTNEY WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
POULTNEY WATER DEPT water receives a grade of A (90/100), 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 POULTNEY WATER DEPT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in POULTNEY WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does POULTNEY WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, POULTNEY WATER DEPT has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MR.
How many people does POULTNEY WATER DEPT serve?
POULTNEY WATER DEPT serves approximately 2,400 people, Vermont. The system provides water to 1 community: Poultney.
What type of water does POULTNEY WATER DEPT provide?
POULTNEY WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is VT0005227.
How does POULTNEY WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Vermont?
POULTNEY WATER DEPT scores 90/100 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.