Water System Report NH

Canterbury Spruces Housing

EPA ID: NH0374010 · 25 people served · 1 ZIP code

Canterbury Spruces Housing earns a clean bill from EPA monitoring — no violations in five years across a service area of 25 people.

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

B · 72
Avg Safety Score
25
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$410K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Canterbury Spruces Housing Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$117,500
Median Household Income
2,458
Service Area Population
3%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
62%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Canterbury Spruces Housing serves a community with a median household income of $117,500 and an estimated 2,458 residents across its service area. Approximately 62% 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

Canterbury Spruces Housing'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

55 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 79% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $400

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

Canterbury Spruces Housing (EPA ID: NH0374010) is a community water system in New Hampshire that serves approximately 25 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 03224 in Canterbury.

Average Home Safety Score: B (72/100)

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

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

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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free 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 Canterbury Spruces Housing (NH0374010) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Canterbury Spruces Housing water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Canterbury Spruces Housing serve?

Canterbury Spruces Housing serves approximately 25 people across 1 ZIP code in New Hampshire.

Where does Canterbury Spruces Housing 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
Population served: 25
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 Canterbury Spruces Housing safe to drink?
Canterbury Spruces Housing earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Canterbury Spruces Housing meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Canterbury Spruces Housing serve?
Canterbury Spruces Housing serves approximately 25 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Canterbury Spruces Housing's water source?
Canterbury Spruces Housing draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Canterbury Spruces Housing's service area?
The Canterbury Spruces Housing service area has a median household income of $117,500. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Canterbury Spruces Housing get its water?
Canterbury Spruces Housing'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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