Lyme Center, NH Water Safety: 53/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Across Lyme Center, EPA compliance records fall well below NH averages — documented health-based violations affect multiple service areas, and the city's sustained low grade reflects a persistent pattern across reporting cycles.
How Lyme Center Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Lyme Center Water
- Estimated remediation: $400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 11.38.
Who Supplies Your Water in Lyme Center
With one provider handling most of Lyme Center's residential supply in NH, water service accountability is concentrated in a single utility among the 1 system on record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Lyme Center, New Hampshire, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 283 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Lyme Center — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Lyme Center: D (53/100)
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
Lyme Center water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Lyme Center
- 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.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03769 | D | LYME WATER | 283 |
All ZIP Codes in Lyme Center
- 03769 [D]
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.
Health Outcomes in Lyme Center
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
What You Can Do in Lyme Center
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
- Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Lyme Center, NH