B75/100
ROYALTON FIRE DISTRICT 1 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,500 people · Vermont
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
VT0005330
Violations
18
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.006 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – February 19, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: August 1, 2023 – August 31, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2023 – August 13, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2023 – August 13, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 ROYALTON FIRE DISTRICT 1
Is ROYALTON FIRE DISTRICT 1 water safe to drink?
ROYALTON FIRE DISTRICT 1 water receives a grade of B (75/100), which is considered good. 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 ROYALTON FIRE DISTRICT 1 detected?
1 contaminants were tested in ROYALTON FIRE DISTRICT 1's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ROYALTON FIRE DISTRICT 1 have any EPA violations?
Yes, ROYALTON FIRE DISTRICT 1 has 18 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include TT, MON, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does ROYALTON FIRE DISTRICT 1 serve?
ROYALTON FIRE DISTRICT 1 serves approximately 1,500 people, Vermont. The system provides water to 1 community: Royalton.
What type of water does ROYALTON FIRE DISTRICT 1 provide?
ROYALTON FIRE DISTRICT 1 sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is VT0005330.
How does ROYALTON FIRE DISTRICT 1 compare to other utilities in Vermont?
ROYALTON FIRE DISTRICT 1 scores 75/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Vermont state page for a full comparison of water systems.