Health Violations Found NH 2 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Gunstock Acres Village District

EPA ID: NH0881020 · 1,440 people served · 1 ZIP code

14 total violations across five years at Gunstock Acres Village District — every finding closed, utility compliant today, 1,440 served.

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

B · 73
Avg Safety Score
1,440
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
14
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
5
Contaminants Flagged
$389K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Gunstock Acres Village District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$115,423
Median Household Income
7,785
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
58%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Gunstock Acres Village District serves a community with a median household income of $115,423 and an estimated 7,785 residents across its service area. Approximately 58% 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

Gunstock Acres Village District'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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Belknap 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

38 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
32 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 54% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Gunstock Acres Village District compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Lead and Copper Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 0700 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,900

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 Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,900 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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

Gunstock Acres Village District (EPA ID: NH0881020) is a community water system in New Hampshire that serves approximately 1,440 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 03249 in Gilford.

Average Home Safety Score: B (73/100)

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

Violation History

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

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
December 31, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
November 14, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
August 14, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
May 14, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
March 30, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
December 16, 2023 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Resolved
December 6, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 14, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Health-based Resolved
October 14, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 4 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 4 Yes
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 1 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.

Need help with your water quality?

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

Find the Right Water Filter

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 Gunstock Acres Village District (NH0881020) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gunstock Acres Village District water safe to drink?

Gunstock Acres Village District has recorded 2 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 Gunstock Acres Village District serve?

Gunstock Acres Village District serves approximately 1,440 people across 1 ZIP code in New Hampshire.

Where does Gunstock Acres Village District 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
401
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 1993-07-01 exceeded the federal lead action level (0.015 mg/L).
Population served: 1,440
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 Gunstock Acres Village District safe to drink?
Gunstock Acres Village District earns a B safety grade with 14 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Gunstock Acres Village District's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead and Copper Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Stage 1 DBP Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 contaminants 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 Gunstock Acres Village District serve?
Gunstock Acres Village District serves approximately 1,440 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Gunstock Acres Village District's water source?
Gunstock Acres Village District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Gunstock Acres Village District's service area?
The Gunstock Acres Village District service area has a median household income of $115,423. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Gunstock Acres Village District get its water?
Gunstock Acres Village District'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

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

Gunstock Acres Village District (EPA ID: NH0881020) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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