Health Violations Found NH 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

South Main Street Water District

EPA ID: NH2422010 · 200 people served · 2 ZIP codes

EPA records: South Main Street Water District, 11 past violations, all resolved, 200 served.

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

C · 69
Avg Safety Score
200
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
11
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
5
Contaminants Flagged
$257K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for South Main Street Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$83,438
Median Household Income
1,885
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
61%
Pre-1986 Housing

The South Main Street Water District serves a community with a median household income of $83,438 and an estimated 1,885 residents across its service area. Approximately 61% 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

South Main Street Water District'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.

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

About 2% of homes in Grafton 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

38 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
33 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 54% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How South Main Street Water District compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in New Hampshire

Wesco Utilities
200 people
0 violations
0 violations
The Meadows
200 people
0 violations
South Weare Water
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C 12 violations
Monadnock Tenants
200 people
C 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 $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,750

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 Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,750 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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

South Main Street Water District (EPA ID: NH2422010) is a community water system in New Hampshire that serves approximately 200 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (69/100)

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

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. All violations have been resolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
September 16, 2023 Total Coliform Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 6 Yes
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Total Coliform Microbiological 1 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

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 South Main Street Water District (NH2422010) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is South Main Street Water District water safe to drink?

South Main Street Water District has recorded 1 health-based violation 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 South Main Street Water District serve?

South Main Street Water District serves approximately 200 people across 2 ZIP codes in New Hampshire.

Where does South Main Street Water District 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
43
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
Latest tap sample on 2001-01-01 exceeded the federal lead action level (0.015 mg/L).
Population served: 200
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 South Main Street Water District safe to drink?
South Main Street Water District has a C safety grade based on 11 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in South Main Street Water District's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Stage 1 DBP Rule, Total Coliform, Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 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 South Main Street Water District serve?
South Main Street Water District serves approximately 200 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is South Main Street Water District's water source?
South Main Street Water District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of South Main Street Water District's service area?
The South Main Street Water District service area has a median household income of $83,438. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does South Main Street Water District get its water?
South Main Street Water District'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

South Main Street Water District (EPA ID: NH2422010) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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