Water System Report NH

North Hinsdale Water Department

EPA ID: NH1151010 · 1,800 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Zero EPA violations over five years — North Hinsdale Water Department has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 1,800.

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

1,800
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$243K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for North Hinsdale Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$68,979
Median Household Income
4,376
Service Area Population
6%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
79%
Pre-1986 Housing

The North Hinsdale Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $68,979 and an estimated 4,376 residents across its service area. Approximately 79% 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

North Hinsdale Water Department'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Cheshire 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 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

86 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Lead
Pipe Material
11 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 89% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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Alton Water Works
1,800 people
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Sunapee Water Works
1,680 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,850
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,250

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

NORTH HINSDALE WATER DEPT (EPA ID: NH1151010) is a community water system in New Hampshire that serves approximately 1,800 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

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 North Hinsdale Water Department (NH1151010) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Hinsdale Water Department water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, North Hinsdale Water Department has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does North Hinsdale Water Department serve?

North Hinsdale Water Department serves approximately 1,800 people across 2 ZIP codes in New Hampshire.

Where does North Hinsdale Water Department 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
4
Galvanized — Replacement Required
511
Unknown Material
0
Confirmed Non-Lead

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: 1,800
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

Should I use a water filter?
North Hinsdale Water Department meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does North Hinsdale Water Department serve?
North Hinsdale Water Department serves approximately 1,800 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is North Hinsdale Water Department's water source?
North Hinsdale Water Department draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of North Hinsdale Water Department's service area?
The North Hinsdale Water Department service area has a median household income of $68,979. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does North Hinsdale Water Department get its water?
North Hinsdale Water Department'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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