CITY REPORT NJ HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 1

Old Bridge, NJ: 1 Health Violation - Home Safety 61/100

1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Old Bridge: C.

A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.

Neither high nor low, the composite grade for Old Bridge, NJ is a C, built from ZIP-level scores.

How Old Bridge Compares

Old Bridge61/100
New Jersey avg61/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
3
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
C · 61
Avg Safety Score
Zone 2
County Radon Potential (Moderate)
$459K
Median Home Value
$800
Est. Remediation (0.2% of home value)

Key Facts for Old Bridge Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 21 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0019 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 68% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $800 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 10.8.

Old Bridge's Water Providers

Sorted by reported population served, the top 3 of 3 public water systems mapped to Old Bridge, NJ appear below, each with its own federal compliance record.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Old Bridge, New Jersey (population ~40,409), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 163,060 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Old Bridge: C (61/100)

Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:

Factor What It Measures
Water Quality EPA violations and compliance history
PFAS MCL Screen UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs
Radon Risk EPA radon zone classification
Annual AQI EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days

Water Sources

Old Bridge water systems draw from: Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0019 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 2.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Technique 28 1
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 4 1
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Technique 4 1
E. coli Microbiological 2 1
Consumer Confidence Rule Reporting 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
08857 C 21 1 Old Bridge Mua

All ZIP Codes in Old Bridge

  • 08857 [C] - 21 violations ⚠

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Old Bridge Community Health Snapshot

8.4%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
11.6%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
13.8%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 8.4% ↓
Diabetes 11.6% ↑
Mental Health 13.8% ↓

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

What's in Old Bridge's Water?

Lead and Copper Rule 28 violations
Treatment Technique
Developmental delays in children, kidney damage
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 4 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.08 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL
Surface Water Treatment Rule 4 violations
Treatment Technique
Pathogens may not be adequately removed

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

Old Bridge Infrastructure Age

1975
Median Build Year
68%
Built Before 1986
45%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 68% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

If you live in one of the pre-1986 homes in Old Bridge, a certified lab test for lead is the direct way to learn what your tap delivers; the median build year of 1975 is only context.

1975
Median Year Built
68%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
45%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (45%) 1970–1986 (23%) Post-1986 (32%)

Over half of homes in Old Bridge were built before 1986, when federal law began restricting lead solder in drinking-water plumbing. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

How Remediation Costs Compare in Old Bridge

How large is the remediation estimate next to home prices in Old Bridge? Small in relative terms: it amounts to 1% of the median value or less, although the dollar figure below is still an estimate and actual costs vary by property and contractor.

Median Home Value
$459,400
Est. Remediation
$800
Remediation as % of home value 0.2%

Estimated remediation costs in Old Bridge can be compared with local home values. The $450–$1,400 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 5% below the New Jersey average.

Old Bridge: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

68%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0019
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Old Bridge: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

123
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$34,895
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
0%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Old Bridge contains 123 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $34,895. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 0% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.

How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. The $800 remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.

Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.

Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.

What You Can Do in Old Bridge

  1. Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. Check the certification, price and turnaround time of any water test kit or lab service.
  2. Install a certified water filter. For Lead and Copper Rule, listed in the water-quality records for Old Bridge: if it is a rule or reporting requirement rather than a contaminant, ask your utility what the record involved; for bacteria, follow any boil-water notice from your utility; for a specific chemical contaminant, check whether a filter is certified to reduce it. Not every contaminant has a consumer filter certification.
  3. Check your home's plumbing. With 68% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Old Bridge, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Old Bridge, NJ?
Old Bridge has an average Home Safety Score of 61/100 (Grade C) under ZipCheckup model 4.0.0, an area-level model that draws on EPA water compliance records, PFAS screening, EPA radon zones, and annual EPA air quality data; see the methodology page for how inputs and coverage are handled. 21 violations appear in EPA records for water systems mapped to these ZIP codes. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many violations are on record for water systems serving Old Bridge?
EPA records list 21 EPA violations, including 1 health-based violation for Old Bridge water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Old Bridge water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Old Bridge is 0.0019 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does Old Bridge compare to New Jersey average?
Old Bridge has an average Home Safety Score of 61/100, which is at or above the New Jersey state average of 61/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Old Bridge?
Our records map 3 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Old Bridge. The related population figure in our data is approximately 40,409 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Old Bridge?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Old Bridge: $800; modeled range $450 to $1,400. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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