C53/100
PUTNEY WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,300 people · Vermont
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
VT0020934
Violations
12
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.22 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
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 2018.
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 PUTNEY WATER SYSTEM
Is PUTNEY WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
PUTNEY WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (53/100), 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 PUTNEY WATER SYSTEM detected?
2 contaminants were tested in PUTNEY WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PUTNEY WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, PUTNEY WATER SYSTEM has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does PUTNEY WATER SYSTEM serve?
PUTNEY WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 1,300 people, Vermont. The system provides water to 1 community: Putney.
What type of water does PUTNEY WATER SYSTEM provide?
PUTNEY WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is VT0020934.
How does PUTNEY WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Vermont?
PUTNEY WATER SYSTEM scores 53/100 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.