Water Quality Report

Elmer, NJ (08318): 18 Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems

EPA data combined for 2 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Elmer Boro W Department)

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 08318 in Elmer, NJ contain 18 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 0 are marked health-based.

Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS

Based on EPA Drinking Water FEMA Flood Data U.S. Census CDC Energy Information Admin. USGS Water Data & 9 more federal sources
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Safety Score N/A
Water Quality Concerns 18 non-health-based violation records in EPA data
Lead Risk Below action level 0.0015 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 2024-12-31
NFIP Claim History Claim records 15 claims
Data confidence: High (direct measurement) Medium (sampled / sub-geography) Low (modeled / inferred) Methodology →

At a Glance

  • Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 18 violations (non-health) (since 2021).
  • Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0015 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
  • Radon EPA Zone 2 - county-level radon potential, not a home measurement.
  • Flood 15 cumulative NFIP claim records. Claim evidence is historical, not current map coverage.
Contaminant Summary
Violations on record (not health-based)
18 violations 2 risks identified
Report data assembled: Jul 27, 2026 EPA water-system identity: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record EPA violation history: more than two update cycles old Lead, copper and UCMR measurements: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record
2
Water Systems
1,385
People Served
0
Health Violations (since 2021)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0015 mg/L
Reported Lead Result
Zone 2
County Radon Potential · Moderate
$271K
Median Home Value36% below state median ($424K)

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Score Breakdown

Overall Home Safety Score: Score unavailable

Required evidence is missing. Missing values remain unknown and are not imputed or renormalized.

Canonical components

EPA water compliance
66/100
Observed
PFAS MCL screen
Unknown
Evidence missing
EPA radon zone
50/100
Observed
Annual EPA AirData AQI
Unknown
Evidence missing

Required domains

Drinking water
Unknown
Indoor environment
50/100
Outdoor environment
Unknown

Coverage: 2 of 4 components and 1 of 3 domains observed.

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Safety & Health (7) HIGH

Your Water System

ZIP code 08318 in Elmer, New Jersey is mapped to the water system Elmer Boro W Department (EPA ID: NJ1702001). This system provides water to approximately 1,385 people from groundwater sources.

There are 2 community water systems serving this area.

Water Systems Serving This Area

System Name EPA ID Population Source
Elmer Boro W Department NJ1702001 1,385 Groundwater
Upper Deerfield Twp Water Department NJ0613004 3,100 Groundwater

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Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Elmer Boro W Department (NJ1702001) on EPA.gov.

4 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.

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Health Risks from Detected Contaminants

Radium-226

High Risk

EPA reference value: 5 pCi/L (MCL for combined Radium-226 & 228)

Increased cancer risk, including bone cancer (known carcinogen)

At-risk groups: people who drink water with radium above the MCL over many years

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Radium-228

High Risk

EPA reference value: 5 pCi/L (MCL for combined Radium-226 & 228)

Increased cancer risk, including bone cancer (known carcinogen)

At-risk groups: people who drink water with radium above the MCL over many years

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Environmental Hazards (11) HIGH
Home & Infrastructure (8) MODERATE

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Cost & Community (9) HIGH

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Home & Flood Insurance

The ZIP code for this report in Elmer has 15 FEMA flood claims on record. Standard homeowner policies don't cover flood damage - make sure you're protected.

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Gutter Installation & Repair

The median home in 08318 was built around 1975. Aging gutters can cause foundation damage, basement flooding, and mold - a professional assessment can prevent costly repairs.

Typical cost: Gutter installation: typically $1,000–$2,500 for a standard home

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Window Replacement

The median build year of homes in Elmer is 1975; check the age and condition of your own windows. ENERGY STAR windows can save $101–$583/year on energy bills.

Typical cost: Window replacement: typically $300–$800 per window installed

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Roofing Inspection & Repair

Homes built around 1975 may be on their second or third roof. A professional inspection can catch damage before leaks start.

Typical cost: Roof inspection: typically $75–$300; repairs $300–$1,500

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 08318 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 18 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 08318 (primary system: Elmer Boro W Department), including 0 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.

Where does 08318's water come from?

The recorded water source for Elmer Boro W Department, a system mapped to ZIP code 08318, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 1,385 people.

How can I get my water tested in Elmer?

If Elmer Boro W Department supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.

Is lead a concern in 08318 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 08318 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0015 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2024-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.

What is the radon risk for 08318?

08318 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 2 (moderate county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Salem County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.

What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 08318?

FEMA records contain 15 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 08318; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is C, which is claims evidence and may differ from the current FEMA map zone for a property. Claim records do not establish current property risk. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Elmer, NJ (08318): 18 Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/08318/
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Page version: October 2026.

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