Historical Compliance Records NH

Acorn Terrace

EPA ID: NH2003020 ยท 215 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Acorn Terrace (NH2003020): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. 1 total violation across five years at Acorn Terrace - every finding closed, utility compliant today, 215 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

215
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
1
Contaminants Flagged
$259K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Acorn Terrace Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$81,699
Median Household Income
28,716
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
60%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Acorn Terrace serves a community with a median household income of $81,699 and an estimated 28,716 residents across its service area. Approximately 60% 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

Acorn Terrace'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
14 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 79% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Acorn Terrace compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Total Coliform at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in New Hampshire

Hale Estates
220 people
0 violations
Hemlock Haven
207 people
3 violations
Pendleton Cove
204 people
0 violations
0 violations
Sargent Woods
230 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,900

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,900 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Acorn Terrace (EPA ID: NH2003020) is a community water system in New Hampshire that serves approximately 215 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
May 11, 2022 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Coliform Microbiological 1 No

Lead & Copper

No reported lead measurement appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. Absence of a reported measurement is not a measured zero.

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

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

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Acorn Terrace (NH2003020) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Acorn Terrace water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Acorn Terrace; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Acorn Terrace serve?

Acorn Terrace serves approximately 215 people across 2 ZIP codes in New Hampshire.

Where does Acorn Terrace get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Acorn Terrace's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Coliform. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 Acorn Terrace serve?
Acorn Terrace serves approximately 215 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Acorn Terrace's water source?
Acorn Terrace draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Acorn Terrace's service area?
The Acorn Terrace service area has a median household income of $81,699. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Acorn Terrace get its water?
Acorn Terrace'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Acorn Terrace (NH): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nh2003020/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

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