Health Violations Found NH 8 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est

EPA ID: NH1403030 · 370 people served · 1 ZIP code

Current EPA status: Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est, 6 open violations, 370 people served.

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

D · 40
Avg Safety Score
370
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
11
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
4
Contaminants Flagged
$316K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 3 (2022) to 6 (2023). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$100,141
Median Household Income
5,683
Service Area Population
3%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
51%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est serves a community with a median household income of $100,141 and an estimated 5,683 residents across its service area. Approximately 51% 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

Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Merrimack County, New Hampshire rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est compares to EPA limits

Barium 7 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 2 mg/L

What This Means For You

Barium at 7 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 2 mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 0700 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

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380 people
0 violations
C 1 violation
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383 people
0 violations
0 violations
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Water Filtration Radon Mitigation
Water Filtration $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,000

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

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $15,785

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$12,895
10 years
$25,790
20 years
$51,580

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,000 (one-time) vs. $25,790 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est (EPA ID: NH1403030) is a community water system in New Hampshire that serves approximately 370 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 03307 in Loudon.

Average Home Safety Score: D (40/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

8 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 6 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
November 8, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Resolved
September 17, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
August 23, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Unresolved
April 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Unresolved
January 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Barium Inorganic 7 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 1 Yes

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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 Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est (NH1403030) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est water safe to drink?

Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est has recorded 8 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est serve?

Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est serves approximately 370 people across 1 ZIP code in New Hampshire.

Where does Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est 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
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
145
Unknown Material
0
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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: 370
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

Is water from Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est safe to drink?
Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est has a D safety grade based on 11 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est's water?
Detected contaminants include Barium, Lead and Copper Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Contaminant 0700. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est serve?
Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est serves approximately 370 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est's water source?
Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est's service area?
The Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est service area has a median household income of $100,141. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est get its water?
Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est'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. Based on violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Freedom Hill/pine Ridge Est (EPA ID: NH1403030) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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