D36/100
FARMINGTON WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,250 people · New Hampshire
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NH0811010
Violations
16
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.020 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2019.
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 FARMINGTON WATER DEPT
Is FARMINGTON WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
FARMINGTON WATER DEPT water receives a grade of D (36/100), which is considered poor. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 16 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has FARMINGTON WATER DEPT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in FARMINGTON WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FARMINGTON WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, FARMINGTON WATER DEPT has 16 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 10 are health-based violations.
How many people does FARMINGTON WATER DEPT serve?
FARMINGTON WATER DEPT serves approximately 3,250 people, New Hampshire. The system provides water to 1 community: Farmington.
What type of water does FARMINGTON WATER DEPT provide?
FARMINGTON WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NH0811010.
How does FARMINGTON WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in New Hampshire?
FARMINGTON WATER DEPT scores 36/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our New Hampshire state page for a full comparison of water systems.