Jericho Water Quality

Vermont

Health Violations

The tap water in Jericho, Vermont is served by 4 EPA-regulated water systems covering approximately 1,940 people. 14 health-based violations are on record, most recently for 3100 in 2002. Data source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System.

4
Water Systems
1,940
Population Served
14
Total Violations
14
Health-Based Violations

Drinking water in Jericho, Vermont is delivered through 4 EPA-regulated community water systems serving an estimated 1,940 people. Each system is tracked in the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) under the Safe Drinking Water Act, which requires testing for regulated contaminants, consumer notification of violations, and publication of an annual Consumer Confidence Report.

The SDWIS record for Jericho shows 14 total violations across all 4 systems, of which 14 are health-based, meaning either a Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) was exceeded or a required treatment technique was not followed. Contaminants cited in health-based violations include 3100. 1 TRI-reporting industrial facility is also located within the city limits.

A past EPA violation does not mean the water is currently unsafe, utilities are required to notify customers and remediate under state primacy oversight. For current water-quality status and treatment practices, review your local utility's most recent Consumer Confidence Report or contact the Vermont drinking water program. All records above reflect federal EPA SDWIS data and are not independently verified against state databases.

Community Water Systems

System Name Pop. Served Violations Status
VILLAGE OF JERICHO WATER SYSTEM 1,410 0 Clean
JERICHO EAST HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION 300 2 Health
JERICHO FIRE DISTRICT 1 190 3 Health
JERICHO HEIGHTS WATER COOP 40 9 Health

Does this city have health-based water violations?

Health-based violations indicate contaminant levels that exceeded EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs). This does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe.

Contaminant Begin Date
3100 2002-11-01
3100 2002-10-01
3100 2001-07-01
3100 1994-09-01
3100 1994-08-01
3100 1994-08-01
3100 1994-07-01
3100 1993-07-01
3100 1993-06-01
3100 1992-10-01
3100 1992-09-01
3100 1991-12-01
3100 1991-11-01
3100 1991-11-01

TRI Facilities in Jericho

Facility Total Releases
U.S. Army National Guard Ethan Allen Firing Range 108.3K lbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jericho, Vermont water safe to drink?
Jericho is served by 4 EPA-regulated water systems covering approximately 1,940 people. 14 health-based violations have been recorded. A past violation does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe, systems are required to notify customers and resolve issues. Contact your local water utility for current status.
How many water violations does Jericho have?
Jericho water systems have a total of 14 violations on record in the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, of which 14 are health-based (MCL exceedances). The remaining violations are monitoring or reporting violations.
What contaminants were found in Jericho water?
Health-based violations for Jericho water systems include the following contaminants: 3100. Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS).
How many water systems serve Jericho?
4 EPA-regulated community water systems serve Jericho, Vermont, collectively covering approximately 1,940 people. Data is from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS).
Where does Jericho get its drinking water?
Jericho's water supply comes from 4 EPA-regulated community water systems. Source type data is not available for all systems. For detailed supply information, contact your local water utility. Source: EPA SDWIS.
Are there pollution sources near Jericho?
Yes, 1 EPA Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) facility is registered in Jericho, Vermont, reporting a combined 108.3K lbs of toxic chemical releases. TRI data reflects self-reported emissions; it does not measure exposure or health effects. Source: EPA TRI.

About This Data

Water system data comes from the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). Violations are reported by state agencies to EPA and include both health-based (MCL exceedances) and monitoring/reporting violations.

A reported violation does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe to drink. Many violations are resolved quickly, and public water systems are required to notify customers of significant issues. For current water quality, contact your local water utility.

TRI facility data comes from the EPA Toxic Release Inventory. Facilities shown are those that self-report to the TRI program. PlainEnviro presents this data without advocacy framing.

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