F0/100
MEREDITH WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,750 people · New Hampshire
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NH1521010
Violations
82
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.006 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
6
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
3
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment Technique Violation
When: July 1, 2023 – October 1, 2023Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment Technique Violation
When: April 1, 2023 – July 1, 2023Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment Technique Violation
When: January 1, 2023 – April 1, 2023Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: March 8, 2022 – May 13, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 11, 2022 – January 28, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – July 23, 2021Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 MEREDITH WATER DEPT
Is MEREDITH WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
MEREDITH WATER DEPT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 82 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MEREDITH WATER DEPT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in MEREDITH WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MEREDITH WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, MEREDITH WATER DEPT has 82 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include TT, Other, MR. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does MEREDITH WATER DEPT serve?
MEREDITH WATER DEPT serves approximately 3,750 people, New Hampshire. The system provides water to 1 community: Meredith.
What type of water does MEREDITH WATER DEPT provide?
MEREDITH WATER DEPT sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NH1521010.
How does MEREDITH WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in New Hampshire?
MEREDITH WATER DEPT scores 0/100 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.