Water Quality in BOW, NH (03304)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 03304.

179

Total Violations

24

Health-Based

155

Monitoring / Reporting

176

Resolved

What does this mean?

176 of 179 violations have been resolved. 24 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 155 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.

Water systems: 27 Population served: 3,681

Violations Detail (179 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 18, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 18, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 18, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 18, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJan 8, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJan 8, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJan 8, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJan 8, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ANov 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ANov 30, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(8)

Public Notice

75

Feb 18Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 18Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 18Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 18Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jan 8Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jan 8Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jan 8Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jan 8Resolved

2024(64)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 19Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 19Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 3Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 3Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

May 24Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

May 24Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

May 24Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

May 24Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4A

May 24Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4A

May 24Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4A

May 24Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4A

May 24Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 4Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 4Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 4Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 4Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 4Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 4Resolved

E. COLI

34

Apr 11Resolved

E. COLI

34

Apr 11Resolved

E. COLI

34

Apr 11Resolved

E. COLI

34

Apr 11Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 29Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4A

Mar 20Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4A

Mar 20Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4A

Mar 20Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4A

Mar 20Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4A

Mar 20Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Mar 20Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Mar 20Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Mar 20Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Mar 20Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Mar 20Resolved

E. COLI

34

Feb 9Resolved

E. COLI

34

Feb 9Resolved

E. COLI

34

Feb 9Resolved

E. COLI

34

Feb 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jan 8Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jan 8Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jan 8Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jan 8Resolved

How Does This Compare?

BOW (03304) has 179 recorded violations, including 24 health-based. 3 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.

Reverse Osmosis System

Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.

Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified

UV Water Purifier

Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.

Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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