June 17, 2026
Lead in New Hampshire Drinking Water 2026
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Lead in New Hampshire Drinking Water 2026
Lead contamination has been detected in drinking water systems across New Hampshire. Lead has no safe exposure level. It causes neurological damage, especially in children. Sources include aging pipes and plumbing fixtures. Our analysis of New Hampshire water quality reports found Lead present in 14 cities and water systems statewide. If you live in one of these communities, a certified home filter can significantly reduce your exposure -- browse Lead filters at PureWaterGuys.
Cities in New Hampshire with Lead Detected
The following 14 water systems in New Hampshire reported Lead in their annual water quality reports. Click any city to read the full report.
| City / Water System | Water Quality Report |
|---|---|
| Canaan Nh Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Franconia Nh Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Fremont Nh Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Glen Nh Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Greenfield Nh Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Las Vegas Nh Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Lowell Nh Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| North Haverhill Nh Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Rollinsford Nh Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Sanbornville Nh Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Waltham Nh Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Warren Nh Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| West Swanzey Nh Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Westmoreland Nh Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
What Does This Mean For You?
Detecting Lead in your water supply does not necessarily mean immediate danger, but long-term exposure -- even at low levels -- carries measurable health risk. NSF/ANSI 53-certified under-sink filters and reverse osmosis systems remove lead effectively.
Our recommendation: View Lead filters certified for New Hampshire water conditions or take our free Water Finder Quiz to get a personalized recommendation.
Filter Lead From Your New Hampshire Tap Water
PureWaterGuys carries NSF-certified filters proven to reduce Lead and other contaminants found in New Hampshire water.
Shop Lead Filters Take the Water QuizFrequently Asked Questions
What is Lead?
Lead has no safe exposure level. It causes neurological damage, especially in children. Sources include aging pipes and plumbing fixtures.
Is New Hampshire tap water safe to drink?
Water quality varies by city. Of the New Hampshire systems we analyzed, 14 detected Lead. Most levels are below EPA action thresholds, but long-term low-level exposure carries health risk. Check your city's report above or use a certified home filter as a precaution.
What filter removes Lead from tap water?
NSF/ANSI 53-certified under-sink filters and reverse osmosis systems remove lead effectively. See our Lead filter options.
Data sourced from EPA-mandated annual water quality reports (Consumer Confidence Reports). Last updated: 2026. Not all systems are required to test for every contaminant.