A91/100
SPRINGFIELD WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,800 people · Vermont
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
VT0005333
Violations
2
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2013.
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 SPRINGFIELD WATER DEPT
Is SPRINGFIELD WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
SPRINGFIELD WATER DEPT water receives a grade of A (91/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SPRINGFIELD WATER DEPT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in SPRINGFIELD WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SPRINGFIELD WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, SPRINGFIELD WATER DEPT has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2013. Violation types include MCL, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does SPRINGFIELD WATER DEPT serve?
SPRINGFIELD WATER DEPT serves approximately 9,800 people, Vermont. The system provides water to 1 community: Springfield.
What type of water does SPRINGFIELD WATER DEPT provide?
SPRINGFIELD WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is VT0005333.
How does SPRINGFIELD WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Vermont?
SPRINGFIELD WATER DEPT scores 91/100 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.