Lower Bartlett Water Pct
EPA ID: NH0161020 · 3,800 people served · 4 ZIP codes
Where compliant utilities carry no open actions, Lower Bartlett Water Pct shows 12 active EPA violations in the federal database for a service population of approximately 3,800.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Compliance Trajectory
Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months
Violations went from 1 (2022) to 7 (2025). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Lower Bartlett Water Pct Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade D
Service Area Demographics
The Lower Bartlett Water Pct serves a community with a median household income of $68,050 and an estimated 3,431 residents across its service area. Approximately 71% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Lower Bartlett Water Pct'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 2% of homes in Carroll 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
Detected Contaminants
How Lower Bartlett Water Pct compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 14 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Stage 1 DBP Rule at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Contaminant 1075 at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Lead and Copper Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.
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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
Lower Bartlett Water Pct (EPA ID: NH0161020) is a community water system in New Hampshire that serves approximately 3,800 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.
Average Home Safety Score: D (48/100)
Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.
Violation History
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 1, 2025 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 1, 2025 | E. coli | Health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2025 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Unresolved |
| October 1, 2024 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| October 1, 2024 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Health-based | Resolved |
| August 28, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Health-based | Resolved |
| June 2, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| April 1, 2024 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Health-based | Resolved |
| February 28, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| January 1, 2024 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2024 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2023 | Contaminant 1075 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| October 1, 2023 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Unresolved |
| April 1, 2023 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Health-based | Unresolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Health-based | Unresolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 14 | Yes |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 5 | Yes |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 4 | Yes |
| Contaminant 1075 | Other Violation | 2 | No |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 2 | No |
| E. coli | Microbiological | 2 | Yes |
| Contaminant 0700 | Other Violation | 1 | Yes |
Health Risk Details
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) (EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L)
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns At-risk groups: pregnant women, long-term consumers of chlorinated water, people who frequently shower in chlorinated water.
Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, point-of-entry aeration. Find the right filter →
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.
Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter →
E. coli (EPA limit: Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action))
Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children At-risk groups: children under 5, elderly, immunocompromised individuals, pregnant women.
Removal methods: UV disinfection (99.99%), chlorination, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter →
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:
| ZIP Code | Lead Level | Exceeds Limit | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03838 | 0.023 mg/L | Yes | N/A |
| 03812 | 0.001 mg/L | No | N/A |
| 03845 | 0.001 mg/L | No | N/A |
Radon Risk in Service Area
Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
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ZIP Codes Served
Coverage: 3 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Lower Bartlett Water Pct (NH0161020) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lower Bartlett Water Pct water safe to drink?
Lower Bartlett Water Pct has recorded 21 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.
How many people does Lower Bartlett Water Pct serve?
Lower Bartlett Water Pct serves approximately 3,800 people across 4 ZIP codes in New Hampshire.
Where does Lower Bartlett Water Pct get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean
This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.
Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.
Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →
Lead Service Line Inventory
Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:
Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.
Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026
ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What You Can Do
Test your water
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Lower Bartlett Water Pct (EPA ID: NH0161020) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.