F7/100
FRANKLIN WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,000 people · New Hampshire
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NH0851010
Violations
74
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.86 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2014.
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 FRANKLIN WATER WORKS
Is FRANKLIN WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
FRANKLIN WATER WORKS water receives a grade of F (7/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 74 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has FRANKLIN WATER WORKS detected?
32 contaminants were tested in FRANKLIN 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 FRANKLIN WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, FRANKLIN WATER WORKS has 74 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does FRANKLIN WATER WORKS serve?
FRANKLIN WATER WORKS serves approximately 7,000 people, New Hampshire. The system provides water to 1 community: Franklin.
What type of water does FRANKLIN WATER WORKS provide?
FRANKLIN WATER WORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NH0851010.
How does FRANKLIN WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in New Hampshire?
FRANKLIN WATER WORKS scores 7/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our New Hampshire state page for a full comparison of water systems.