Health Violations Found NH 5 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Epsom Village Water Distict

EPA ID: NH0771010 · 800 people served · 1 ZIP code

Looking at the EPA enforcement file for Epsom Village Water Distict, 5 violations appear in the five-year dataset, but none remain open — the utility has addressed each finding and is in current compliance, with no pending enforcement affecting the 800 people in its service area.

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

C · 65
Avg Safety Score
800
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
5
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
1
Contaminants Flagged
$298K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 3 (2022) to 2 (2023). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Epsom Village Water Distict Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$92,623
Median Household Income
4,896
Service Area Population
3%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
47%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Epsom Village Water Distict serves a community with a median household income of $92,623 and an estimated 4,896 residents across its service area. Approximately 47% 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

Epsom Village Water Distict'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.

Moderate 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

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 63% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Epsom Village Water Distict compares to EPA limits

Barium 5 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 2 mg/L

What This Means For You

Barium at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 2 mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in New Hampshire

C 2 violations
0 violations
B 0 violations
C 0 violations
C 1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,800
Water Filtration $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,800

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $14,905

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$12,455
10 years
$24,910
20 years
$49,820

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,800 (one-time) vs. $24,910 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

Epsom Village Water Distict (EPA ID: NH0771010) is a community water system in New Hampshire that serves approximately 800 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 03234 in Epsom.

Average Home Safety Score: C (65/100)

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

Violation History

5 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. All violations have been resolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
April 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Barium Inorganic 5 Yes

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

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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Epsom Village Water Distict (NH0771010) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Epsom Village Water Distict water safe to drink?

Epsom Village Water Distict has recorded 5 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 Epsom Village Water Distict serve?

Epsom Village Water Distict serves approximately 800 people across 1 ZIP code in New Hampshire.

Where does Epsom Village Water Distict 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
295
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 2006-01-01 exceeded the federal lead action level (0.015 mg/L).
Population served: 800
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 Epsom Village Water Distict safe to drink?
Epsom Village Water Distict has a C safety grade based on 5 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Epsom Village Water Distict's water?
Detected contaminants include Barium. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Epsom Village Water Distict serve?
Epsom Village Water Distict serves approximately 800 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Epsom Village Water Distict's water source?
Epsom Village Water Distict draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Epsom Village Water Distict's service area?
The Epsom Village Water Distict service area has a median household income of $92,623. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Epsom Village Water Distict get its water?
Epsom Village Water Distict'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

Contact your utility

Epsom Village Water Distict (EPA ID: NH0771010) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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