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Nitrate in Ridgefield Park, NJ Drinking Water

Nitrate data for Ridgefield Park, New Jersey · 11,583 residents · 1 ZIP code

Nitrate is regulated under the Safe Drinking Water Act because of its potential health effects at elevated concentrations; for residents of Ridgefield Park, New Jersey, the relevant fact is that it has shown up in recent EPA compliance samples — point-of-use filtration is one option residents research, alongside reviewing the utility's published treatment data.

2.3 ppb
Max Level Detected
2.3 ppb
Average Level
10 mg/L (as nitrogen)
EPA MCL
High
Health Risk
Reverse Osmosis or Ion Exchange
Best Filter Method

Data: EPA SDWIS, CCR Reports, ECHO Last verified: 2026-05-14

Nitrate in Ridgefield Park Tap Water

Nitrate has been detected in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey drinking water at a maximum level of 2.3 ppb — below the EPA MCL of 10 mg/L (as nitrogen).

This analysis covers 11,583 residents across 1 ZIP code in Ridgefield Park.

Ridgefield Park's overall water quality grade is D (45/100).

Is Nitrate in Ridgefield Park Water Safe?

Nitrate levels in parts of Ridgefield Park exceed the EPA MCL of 10 mg/L (as nitrogen). The EPA requires water systems to take corrective action when this limit is exceeded.

If you live in an affected ZIP code, consider installing a reverse osmosis or ion exchange filter certified under NSF 53 / NSF 58 and testing your water independently.

Nitrate Levels by ZIP Code

ZIP Code Nitrate Level EPA Limit Status
07660 2.3 ppm 10 mg/L (as nitrogen) OK

Average nitrate level across Ridgefield Park: 2.3 ppb

Health Effects of Nitrate

  • Methemoglobinemia ("blue baby syndrome") in infants under 6 months
  • Increased risk of colorectal and bladder cancer (long-term)
  • Thyroid disease from chronic exposure
  • Possible reproductive effects

Health risk severity: High. Governed by the National Primary Drinking Water Regulations.

How Nitrate Gets Into Drinking Water

  • Agricultural fertilizer runoff
  • Animal feedlot operations and manure
  • Septic system leachate
  • Urban stormwater and wastewater discharge

What to Do About Nitrate in Ridgefield Park Water

  1. Reverse osmosis is the most effective method for nitrate removal
  2. Ion exchange systems designed for nitrate can also work
  3. Standard carbon filters do NOT remove nitrate
  4. Boiling water increases nitrate concentration — never boil for nitrate

Look for filters certified under NSF 53 / NSF 58 for nitrate removal.

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