Jaffrey, NH: 3 Violations — 71/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Water utilities in Jaffrey have maintained a consistent compliance record over recent monitoring periods — the city's above-average grade in NH reflects low violation rates and no systemic health concerns flagged in current data.
How Jaffrey Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Jaffrey Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 3 violations in the past 5 years.
- Homes built before 1986: 81% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,000 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 12.22 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Jaffrey
At present, 2 utilities serve the bulk of Jaffrey, NH's residential water connections out of 2 systems active in the area, spread across independent providers with separate infrastructure and compliance obligations.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Jaffrey, New Hampshire, covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 5,413 people.
1 of 1 ZIP code (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Jaffrey: B (71/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Jaffrey water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Jaffrey
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 4 | 1 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03452 | B | 3 | 0 | Jaffrey Water Works |
All ZIP Codes in Jaffrey
- 03452 [B] — 3 violations
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
CDC Health Data for Jaffrey
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Key Contaminants Detected in Jaffrey
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Jaffrey's Housing Stock?
With 81% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
When more than half a city's housing predates the 1986 federal ban on lead solder, plumbing-era lead risk becomes a citywide concern rather than an exception. Jaffrey's median build year of 1961 places it squarely in that category.
Over half of homes in Jaffrey were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Jaffrey: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Across Jaffrey, the equity share taken up by estimated remediation is small — a favorable ratio for most property owners.
Remediation costs in Jaffrey are relatively low compared to home values. The $400–$1,600 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 33% below the New Hampshire average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Jaffrey
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Even where utility-side monitoring meets Lead and Copper Rule requirements, the 81% pre-rule share in Jaffrey keeps interior-plumbing variation as a household-level question that aggregate data cannot resolve.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Jaffrey, NH