Thurston Woods
EPA ID: NH1332050 · 85 people served · 1 ZIP code
Unlike many utilities its size, Thurston Woods carries a violation-free five-year record — no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 85 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Compliance Trajectory
Stable · Risk tier: High · 66% chance of violation in next 12 months
Violations went from 1 (2021) to 2 (2025). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Thurston Woods Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Thurston Woods serves a community with a median household income of $140,321 and an estimated 4,558 residents across its service area. Approximately 56% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Thurston Woods'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 Strafford 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 80th 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
Similar-sized systems in New Hampshire
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
Thurston Woods (EPA ID: NH1332050) is a community water system in New Hampshire that serves approximately 85 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 03861 in Lee.
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
- 03861 — Lee
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Thurston Woods (NH1332050) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Thurston Woods water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Thurston Woods has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Thurston Woods serve?
Thurston Woods serves approximately 85 people across 1 ZIP code in New Hampshire.
Where does Thurston Woods get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.