F14/100
NEWPORT WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,000 people · New Hampshire
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NH1741010
Violations
71
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.014 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2006.
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 NEWPORT WATER WORKS
Is NEWPORT WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
NEWPORT WATER WORKS water receives a grade of F (14/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 71 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has NEWPORT WATER WORKS detected?
34 contaminants were tested in NEWPORT WATER WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NEWPORT WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, NEWPORT WATER WORKS has 71 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2006. Violation types include MCL, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does NEWPORT WATER WORKS serve?
NEWPORT WATER WORKS serves approximately 5,000 people, New Hampshire. The system provides water to 1 community: Newport.
What type of water does NEWPORT WATER WORKS provide?
NEWPORT WATER WORKS 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 NH1741010.
How does NEWPORT WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in New Hampshire?
NEWPORT WATER WORKS scores 14/100 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.