Orchard Highlands
EPA ID: NH0912020 · 105 people served · 1 ZIP code
Orchard Highlands carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 105 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Orchard Highlands Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Orchard Highlands serves a community with a median household income of $114,965 and an estimated 14,013 residents across its service area. Approximately 61% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Orchard Highlands'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.
About 1% of homes in Hillsborough 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 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Orchard Highlands (EPA ID: NH0912020) is a community water system in New Hampshire that serves approximately 105 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 03045 in Goffstown.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
- 03045 — Goffstown
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Orchard Highlands (NH0912020) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Orchard Highlands water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Orchard Highlands has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Orchard Highlands serve?
Orchard Highlands serves approximately 105 people across 1 ZIP code in New Hampshire.
Where does Orchard Highlands get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.