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Official Status: March 2026

Is South Burlington tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — South Burlington scores 94/100.

Safety Score
94
out of 100

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South Burlington

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View Vermont state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is South Burlington tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — South Burlington scores 94/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in South Burlington. We found 3 total violations (1 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in South Burlington.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in South Burlington?

Requirement Status
Optional
🟢
💡

Expert Advice

Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.

Buying a Filter?

Wondering if South Burlington tap water needs filtering? We break it down.

Baby Formula Safety

Mixing baby formula with South Burlington tap water? Read this first.

Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in South Burlington, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. The high safety score (94/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Residents should monitor Copper levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Compliance Record for South Burlington

3
Violations (5yr)
1
Unresolved
7
Contaminants Tracked
3
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving South Burlington.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is South Burlington tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — South Burlington scores 94/100.

How many water systems serve South Burlington?

South Burlington is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in South Burlington?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for South Burlington.

What is the water quality score for South Burlington?

The water quality score for South Burlington is 94 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.

What are the top contaminants in South Burlington?

The top contaminants detected in South Burlington include Copper, Radium-228, Gross Alpha Particle Activity. View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
94/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
2
Population
30,799

South Burlington Water Quality Summary

South Burlington, VT receives a water quality score of 94/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.

South Burlington's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.

South Burlington's score of 94 is 10 points above the Vermont state average of 84, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Vermont water quality rankings report →

Key Contaminants

Copper Violation
3.0757 / 1.3 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 1.3 mg/L
Radium-228 Violation
10.3519 / 5 pCi/L
0 pCi/L MCL: 5 pCi/L
Gross Alpha Particle Activity Violation
17.9961 / 15 pCi/L
0 pCi/L MCL: 15 pCi/L
Fluoride
3.6201 / 4 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 4 mg/L
Lead
7.928 / 15 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 15 μg/L
Trichloroethylene (TCE)
2.4966 / 5 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 5 μg/L
PFOA (Perfluorooctanoic Acid)
0.0007 / 0.004 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 0.004 μg/L

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Water Systems Serving South Burlington (1)

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