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Official Status: March 2026

Is Keene tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Keene scores 90/100.

Safety Score
90
out of 100

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Keene

New Hampshire

View New Hampshire state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Keene tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Keene scores 90/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Keene. We found 81 total violations (11 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Keene.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Keene?

Requirement Status
Optional
🟢
💡

Expert Advice

Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.

Buying a Filter?

Wondering if Keene tap water needs filtering? We break it down.

Baby Formula Safety

Mixing baby formula with Keene tap water? Read this first.

Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Keene, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. The high safety score (90/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Residents should monitor Copper (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Compliance Record for Keene

81
Violations (5yr)
11
Unresolved
2
Contaminants Tracked
1
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Keene.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keene tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Keene scores 90/100.

How many water systems serve Keene?

Keene is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Keene?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Keene.

What is the water quality score for Keene?

The water quality score for Keene is 90 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 1 system serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Keene?

The top contaminants detected in Keene include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
90/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
1
Population
30,000

Keene Water Quality Summary

Keene, NH receives a water quality score of 90/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Keene's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.

Keene's score of 90 is 5 points above the New Hampshire state average of 85, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our New Hampshire water quality rankings report →

Key Contaminants

Copper (90th percentile) Violation
1.5 / 1.3 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 1.3 mg/L
Lead (90th percentile)
0.001 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Keene (1)

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