Water System Report NH

Governors Forest

EPA ID: NH0872010 · 97 people served · 1 ZIP code

Governors Forest carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 97 residents.

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

97
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$405K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Governors Forest Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$125,774
Median Household Income
4,783
Service Area Population
2%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
48%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Governors Forest serves a community with a median household income of $125,774 and an estimated 4,783 residents across its service area. Approximately 48% 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

Governors Forest'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
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Rockingham 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 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

43 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
27 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 61% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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

Governors Forest (EPA ID: NH0872010) is a community water system in New Hampshire that serves approximately 97 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 03044 in Fremont.

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.

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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 Governors Forest (NH0872010) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Governors Forest water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Governors Forest serve?

Governors Forest serves approximately 97 people across 1 ZIP code in New Hampshire.

Where does Governors Forest get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Governors Forest meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Governors Forest serve?
Governors Forest serves approximately 97 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Governors Forest's water source?
Governors Forest draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Governors Forest's service area?
The Governors Forest service area has a median household income of $125,774. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Governors Forest get its water?
Governors Forest'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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