B72/100
CENTRAL HOOKSETT WATER PCT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,650 people · New Hampshire
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NH1181010
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 CENTRAL HOOKSETT WATER PCT
Is CENTRAL HOOKSETT WATER PCT water safe to drink?
CENTRAL HOOKSETT WATER PCT water receives a grade of B (72/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CENTRAL HOOKSETT WATER PCT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in CENTRAL HOOKSETT WATER PCT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CENTRAL HOOKSETT WATER PCT have any EPA violations?
Yes, CENTRAL HOOKSETT WATER PCT has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does CENTRAL HOOKSETT WATER PCT serve?
CENTRAL HOOKSETT WATER PCT serves approximately 4,650 people, New Hampshire. The system provides water to 1 community: Hooksett.
What type of water does CENTRAL HOOKSETT WATER PCT provide?
CENTRAL HOOKSETT WATER PCT sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NH1181010.
How does CENTRAL HOOKSETT WATER PCT compare to other utilities in New Hampshire?
CENTRAL HOOKSETT WATER PCT scores 72/100 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.