Payson Village
EPA ID: NH1992070 · 54 people served · 3 ZIP codes
Unlike many utilities its size, Payson Village carries a violation-free five-year record — no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 54 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Payson Village Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Payson Village serves a community with a median household income of $90,429 and an estimated 31,517 residents across its service area. Approximately 72% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Payson Village'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 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
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 3 detections recorded. 3 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).
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
Payson Village (EPA ID: NH1992070) is a community water system in New Hampshire that serves approximately 54 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
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
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Payson Village (NH1992070) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Payson Village water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Payson Village has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Payson Village serve?
Payson Village serves approximately 54 people across 3 ZIP codes in New Hampshire.
Where does Payson Village get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.