Cabot Preserve
EPA ID: NH0192070 · 878 people served · 1 ZIP code
Throughout five consecutive years of federal water monitoring, Cabot Preserve recorded zero violations — solid performance for a utility serving 878 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Cabot Preserve Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Cabot Preserve serves a community with a median household income of $160,253 and an estimated 23,580 residents across its service area. Approximately 42% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Cabot Preserve'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
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).
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
Cabot Preserve (EPA ID: NH0192070) is a community water system in New Hampshire that serves approximately 878 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 03110 in Bedford.
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
Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by NH or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.
- 03110 — Bedford
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Cabot Preserve (NH0192070) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cabot Preserve water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Cabot Preserve has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Cabot Preserve serve?
Cabot Preserve serves approximately 878 people across 1 ZIP code in New Hampshire.
Where does Cabot Preserve get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.