Water System Report NH

Fisherfield Townhouses

EPA ID: NH0272010 · 40 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Fisherfield Townhouses's five-year compliance history is clean by every EPA metric — no health-based violations, no monitoring lapses, no enforcement actions on record, reflecting consistent performance for a utility that supplies water to approximately 40 residents year after year.

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

C · 60
Avg Safety Score
40
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.381 mg/L
Max Lead Level — Exceeds Limit
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$288K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Fisherfield Townhouses Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$92,083
Median Household Income
3,675
Service Area Population
9%
Disadvantaged Population
37th
Poverty Percentile
77th
Energy Burden Percentile
77%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Fisherfield Townhouses serves a community with a median household income of $92,083 and an estimated 3,675 residents across its service area. Approximately 77% 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

Fisherfield Townhouses'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
37th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
37th
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

80 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
6 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 93% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Lead Pipe Replacement Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Lead Pipe Replacement $1,500
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $3,100

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Lead Exposure — Child Lifetime Cost $10,000

Per affected child (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,780
10 years
$5,560
20 years
$11,120

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,100 (one-time) vs. $5,560 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Fisherfield Townhouses (EPA ID: NH0272010) is a community water system in New Hampshire that serves approximately 40 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (60/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
03221 0.381 mg/L Yes N/A
Lead exceeds EPA action level in at least one sampling location. Consider using a certified NSF/ANSI 53 or NSF/ANSI 58 filter rated for lead removal.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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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 Fisherfield Townhouses (NH0272010) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fisherfield Townhouses water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Fisherfield Townhouses serve?

Fisherfield Townhouses serves approximately 40 people across 3 ZIP codes in New Hampshire.

Where does Fisherfield Townhouses get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
8
Unknown Material
0
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported some but not all service line types
Latest tap sample on 2017-01-01 exceeded the federal lead action level (0.015 mg/L).
Population served: 40
Reported to New Hampshire

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Fisherfield Townhouses safe to drink?
Fisherfield Townhouses has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Fisherfield Townhouses meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Fisherfield Townhouses serve?
Fisherfield Townhouses serves approximately 40 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Fisherfield Townhouses's water source?
Fisherfield Townhouses draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Fisherfield Townhouses's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.381 mg/L. This exceeds the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. A lead-certified filter is recommended, especially for homes with young children.
What is the demographic profile of Fisherfield Townhouses's service area?
The Fisherfield Townhouses service area has a median household income of $92,083. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Fisherfield Townhouses get its water?
Fisherfield Townhouses'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

Contact your utility

Fisherfield Townhouses (EPA ID: NH0272010) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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