B68/100
BRISTOL WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,575 people · New Hampshire
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NH0301010
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 4.10 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.007 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2011.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About BRISTOL WATER WORKS
Is BRISTOL WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
BRISTOL WATER WORKS water receives a grade of B (68/100), which is considered good. Out of 52 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BRISTOL WATER WORKS detected?
52 contaminants were tested in BRISTOL WATER WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BRISTOL WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, BRISTOL WATER WORKS has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2011. Violation types include MCL, MR. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does BRISTOL WATER WORKS serve?
BRISTOL WATER WORKS serves approximately 3,575 people, New Hampshire. The system provides water to 1 community: Bristol.
What type of water does BRISTOL WATER WORKS provide?
BRISTOL WATER WORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NH0301010.
How does BRISTOL WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in New Hampshire?
BRISTOL WATER WORKS scores 68/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our New Hampshire state page for a full comparison of water systems.