Water System Report NH

Pendleton Cove

EPA ID: NH1282030 ยท 204 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Pendleton Cove (NH1282030): a lead 90th-percentile reading above the EPA action level. Nothing in the federal violation file is listed against Pendleton Cove, a system that provides water to roughly 204 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

204
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (since 2021)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.036 mg/L
Most recent lead 90th percentile on record (monitoring period ending 2018-12-31) - Above EPA Action Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$308K
Median Home Value in ZIP Codes Served

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Pendleton Cove Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Demographics of ZIP Codes Served

$68,407
Median Household Income
17,006
Population of ZIP Codes Served (Census)
0%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
69%
Pre-1986 Housing

The ZIP codes associated with Pendleton Cove have a median household income of $68,407 and about 17,006 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 69% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Pendleton Cove's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

49 yr
Estimated pipe age (modeled from housing age)
Copper
Likely pipe material (modeled)
21 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 70% of expected lifespan used (estimate) End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Lead Pipe Replacement
Lead Pipe Replacement $4,140
Total Estimated Cost $4,140

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

Illustrative per-household cost scenario based on stated assumptions:

Lead Exposure - Child Lifetime Cost $10,000

Per affected child (estimate)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,780
10 years
$5,560
20 years
$11,120

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $4,140 (one-time) vs. $5,560 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These estimates are for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Pendleton Cove (EPA ID: NH1282030) is a community water system in New Hampshire that serves approximately 204 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 03246 in Laconia.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.036 mg/L Yes 2018-12-31
Lead exceeds EPA action level in at least one sampling location. Consider using a certified NSF/ANSI 53 or NSF/ANSI 58 filter rated for lead removal.

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.

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 available EPA compliance records for Pendleton Cove (NH1282030) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pendleton Cove water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Pendleton Cove in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Pendleton Cove serve?

Pendleton Cove serves approximately 204 people across 1 ZIP code in New Hampshire.

Where does Pendleton Cove get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter? ▼
No EPA drinking-water violations since 2021 are on record for Pendleton Cove; this page does not establish contaminant levels at your tap. That is a compliance record, not a guarantee about the water at your tap; a certified filter can target a specific contaminant you are concerned about.
How many people does Pendleton Cove serve? ▼
Pendleton Cove serves approximately 204 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Pendleton Cove's water source? ▼
Pendleton Cove draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Pendleton Cove's water? ▼
The most recent 90th-percentile lead result on record is 0.036 mg/L (sample period ending 2018-12-31). This exceeds the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. A lead-certified filter is recommended, especially for homes with young children.
What is the demographic profile of the ZIP codes associated with Pendleton Cove? ▼
The ZIP codes mapped to Pendleton Cove have a median household income of $68,407 (Census ZIP-code estimate). Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Pendleton Cove get its water? ▼
Pendleton Cove's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Pendleton Cove Water Quality Report, NH. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nh1282030/
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