Gowing Woods
EPA ID: NH0072080 · 53 people served · 2 ZIP codes
Five years of EPA monitoring have produced no violations for Gowing Woods — the supplier serving 53 residents has kept every contaminant level within federal limits, a result that places it among the top-performing utilities for systems with a service population of comparable size.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Gowing Woods Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Gowing Woods serves a community with a median household income of $124,820 and an estimated 28,131 residents across its service area. Approximately 65% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Gowing Woods'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.
About 1% of homes in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in New Hampshire
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Gowing Woods (EPA ID: NH0072080) is a community water system in New Hampshire that serves approximately 53 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
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 Gowing Woods (NH0072080) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gowing Woods water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Gowing Woods has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Gowing Woods serve?
Gowing Woods serves approximately 53 people across 2 ZIP codes in New Hampshire.
Where does Gowing Woods get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.