Water System Report NH

Catamount Hill

EPA ID: NH0043040 · 383 people served · 4 ZIP codes

Water monitoring history at Catamount Hill shows a clean slate — EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 383 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

383
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 28 (2024) to 32 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Catamount Hill Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$82,816
Median Household Income
50,355
Service Area Population
3%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
68%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Catamount Hill serves a community with a median household income of $82,816 and an estimated 50,355 residents across its service area. Approximately 68% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Catamount Hill's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Merrimack County, New Hampshire rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Unknown
Pipe Material
19 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 72% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,225
Water Filtration $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,225

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

System Overview

Catamount Hill (EPA ID: NH0043040) is a community water system in New Hampshire that serves approximately 383 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Catamount Hill (NH0043040) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Catamount Hill water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Catamount Hill has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Catamount Hill serve?

Catamount Hill serves approximately 383 people across 4 ZIP codes in New Hampshire.

Where does Catamount Hill get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Catamount Hill meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Catamount Hill serve?
Catamount Hill serves approximately 383 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Catamount Hill's water source?
Catamount Hill draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Catamount Hill's service area?
The Catamount Hill service area has a median household income of $82,816. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Catamount Hill get its water?
Catamount Hill's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
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