F3/100
JAFFREY WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,800 people · New Hampshire
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NH1221010
Violations
41
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 3.31 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFHxS | 0.011 µg/L | 0.010 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2009.
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 JAFFREY WATER WORKS
Is JAFFREY WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
JAFFREY WATER WORKS water receives a grade of F (3/100), which is considered failing. 3 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 41 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has JAFFREY WATER WORKS detected?
32 contaminants were tested in JAFFREY WATER WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), PFOA, PFHxS. 3 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does JAFFREY WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, JAFFREY WATER WORKS has 41 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2009. Violation types include MR, MCL, TT. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does JAFFREY WATER WORKS serve?
JAFFREY WATER WORKS serves approximately 3,800 people, New Hampshire. The system provides water to 1 community: Jaffrey.
What type of water does JAFFREY WATER WORKS provide?
JAFFREY WATER WORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NH1221010.
How does JAFFREY WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in New Hampshire?
JAFFREY WATER WORKS scores 3/100 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.