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Bellmawr Water Department

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EPA ID: NJ0404001 · 9,522 people served · 11 ZIP codes

Unlike fully compliant utilities, Bellmawr Water Department has 1 outstanding EPA violation for approximately 9,522 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

C · 63

Avg Safety Score

9,522

People Served

ZIP Codes Served

Violations (5yr)

Groundwater

Water Source

0.0027 mg/L

Max Lead Level

Zone 2

Radon Risk · Moderate

Contaminants Flagged

$229K

Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Bellmawr Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$94,803

Median Household Income

81,521

Service Area Population

25%

Disadvantaged Population

40th

Poverty Percentile

53th

Energy Burden Percentile

90%

Pre-1986 Housing

The Bellmawr Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $94,803 and an estimated 81,521 residents across its service area. Approximately 90% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Bellmawr Water Department's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Elevated Risk

Source Contamination Risk

20th

Wastewater Discharge Proximity

87th

Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Camden County, New Jersey rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 87th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

74 yr

Avg Pipe Age

Galvanized Steel or Copper

Pipe Material

3 yr

Est. Remaining Life

Moderate Wear

Decay Status

Installed 96% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Bellmawr Water Department compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 2 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 37 detections recorded. 19 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 1 exceeds state limits.

State limits: PFOA: 0.014 ppt, PFOS: 0.013 ppt, PFNA: 0.013 ppt

Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.

Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation

Flood Insurance $1,255

PFAS Treatment $491

Radon Mitigation $400

Total Estimated Cost $2,145

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years

$2,665

10 years

$5,330

20 years

$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,145 (one-time) vs. $5,330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

BELLMAWR WATER DEPT (EPA ID: NJ0404001) is a community water system in New Jersey that serves approximately 9,522 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 11 ZIP codes across 10 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (63/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

2 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date	Contaminant	Type	Status
April 1, 2025	Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant	Category	Violations	Health-Based
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Microbiological	2	No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code	Lead Level	Exceeds Limit	Sample Date
08031	0.0027 mg/L	No	N/A
08099	0.0027 mg/L	No	N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 10 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

08007 — Barrington
08029 — Glendora
08030 — Gloucester City
08031 — Bellmawr
08035 — Haddon Heights
08049 — Magnolia
08059 — Mount Ephraim
08078 — Runnemede
08083 — Somerdale
08099 — Bellmawr
08106 — Audubon

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Bellmawr Water Department (NJ0404001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bellmawr Water Department water safe to drink?

Bellmawr Water Department has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Bellmawr Water Department serve?

Bellmawr Water Department serves approximately 9,522 people across 11 ZIP codes in New Jersey.

Where does Bellmawr Water Department get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected

116

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

Understand PFAS health context and filtration →

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

Confirmed Lead

Galvanized — Replacement Required

Unknown Material

2,814

Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1

LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types

Latest tap sample on 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.

Population served: 9,522

Reported to New Jersey

Source: NJDEP Public Community Water Purveyor SLI · Submitted 2024

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

Learn about lead in drinking water →

How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

#46 / 50 Most Disadvantaged Populations Served (New Jersey)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Bellmawr Water Department safe to drink? ▼

Bellmawr Water Department has a C safety grade based on 2 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.

What contaminants are in Bellmawr Water Department's water? ▼

Detected contaminants include Revised Total Coliform Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.

Should I use a water filter? ▼

Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.

How many people does Bellmawr Water Department serve? ▼

Bellmawr Water Department serves approximately 9,522 people with drinking water across 11 ZIP codes.

What is Bellmawr Water Department's water source? ▼

Bellmawr Water Department draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.

Is there lead in Bellmawr Water Department's water? ▼

The maximum detected lead level is 0.0027 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.

What is the demographic profile of Bellmawr Water Department's service area? ▼

The Bellmawr Water Department service area has a median household income of $94,803. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.

Where does Bellmawr Water Department get its water? ▼

What You Can Do

Test your water

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Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

Contact your utility

Bellmawr Water Department (EPA ID: NJ0404001) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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