Water Quality in 05648 — Calais, VT

Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS Last verified: March 16, 2026

Your Water System

ZIP code 05648 in Calais, Vermont is served by EAST CALAIS FIRE DISTRICT 1 (EPA ID: VT0005262). This system provides water to approximately 200 people from groundwater sources.

Lead & Copper in Your Water

No Lead & Copper Rule sampling data available for systems serving this ZIP code.

Violation Summary

Recent Violations

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for water systems serving this ZIP code:

What You Can Do

1. Review your annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) — Your utility publishes this each July
2. Test your home’s water — Especially if you have older plumbing (pre-1986) that may contain lead
3. Stay informed — Bookmark this page to check for updates on your water quality

Other Water Quality Reports in Vermont

• 05001 (White River Junction) — 140 violations
• 05030 (Ascutney) — 13 violations
• 05031 (Barnard)
• 05032 (Bethel) — 2 violations
• 05033 (Bradford)
• 05034 (Bridgewater) — 2 violations
• 05037 (Brownsville)
• 05038 (Chelsea)
• 05101 (Bellows Falls)
• 05142 (Cavendish) — 4 violations
• 05143 (Chester) — 12 violations
• 05201 (Bennington) — 31 violations
• 05250 (Arlington)
• 05301 (Brattleboro)
• 05340 (Bondville) — 14 violations
• 05401 (Burlington) — 6 violations
• 05403 (South Burlington) — 9 violations
• 05404 (Winooski) — 2 violations
• 05439 (Colchester) — 10 violations
• 05440 (Alburgh) — 85 violations

Nearby Water Quality Reports

• 05647 (Cabot) — 8 mi
• 05641 (Barre) — 14 mi — 7 violations
• 05601 (Montpelier) — 14 mi — 7 violations
• 05671 (Waterbury) — 14 mi — 6 violations
• 05821 (Barnet) — 20 mi — 22 violations

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for EAST CALAIS FIRE DISTRICT 1 (VT0005262) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 05648 safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, the water system serving ZIP code 05648 has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. However, individual home conditions (old pipes, well water) can affect quality.

Where does 05648’s water come from?

The primary water source for this area is groundwater. EAST CALAIS FIRE DISTRICT 1 serves approximately 200 people.

How can I get my water tested?

Contact your local water utility for a free water quality report, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends testing annually if you use a private well.

Does 05648 have lead in the water?

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data is currently available in EPA records for water systems serving ZIP code 05648. If you are concerned about lead, contact your water utility or have your tap water independently tested.

What is the radon risk in 05648?

Radon zone data is not available for ZIP code 05648. The EPA recommends testing all homes for radon regardless of location, as radon levels can vary significantly even within the same neighborhood.