Pendleton Cove
EPA ID: NH1282030 · 204 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Pendleton Cove (NH1282030): a lead 90th-percentile reading above the EPA action level. EPA monitoring data for Pendleton Cove shows an unblemished five-year compliance history - no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 204 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Pendleton Cove Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Pendleton Cove serves a community with a median household income of $68,407 and an estimated 17,006 residents across its service area. Approximately 69% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Pendleton Cove'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.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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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
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 | N/A |
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 $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
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.
- 03246 - Laconia
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record 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
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Pendleton Cove Water Quality Report, NH. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nh1282030/
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