Historical Compliance Records NJ

Greenwich Twp W Department

EPA ID: NJ0807001 ยท 4,921 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Greenwich Twp W Department (NJ0807001): 16 EPA violations in the last five years. Despite the 16 historical violations in its record, Greenwich Twp W Department has cleared every one and now meets EPA standards serving 4,921 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

B ยท 78
Avg Safety Score
4,921
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
16
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
1
Contaminants Flagged
$199K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Greenwich Twp W Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$76,460
Median Household Income
12,354
Service Area Population
5%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
87%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Greenwich Twp W Department serves a community with a median household income of $76,460 and an estimated 12,354 residents across its service area. Approximately 87% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Greenwich Twp W 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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
90th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

66 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
4 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 94% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Greenwich Twp W Department compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 16 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. 5 detections recorded. 1 exceeds 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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in New Jersey

1 violation
Buena Borough Mua
4,880 people
A 1 violation
F 4 violations
D 6 violations
D 1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $300
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,050

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,665
10 years
$15,330
20 years
$30,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,050 (one-time) vs. $15,330 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

Greenwich Twp W Department (EPA ID: NJ0807001) is a community water system in New Jersey that serves approximately 4,921 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: B (78/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 2 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 16 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 15 resolved, 1 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
April 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2022 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2021 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2021 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2021 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2021 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2021 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2021 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2021 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2021 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2021 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved

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 16 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

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

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by NJ or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Greenwich Twp W Department (NJ0807001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greenwich Twp W Department water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Greenwich Twp W Department; its 16 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Greenwich Twp W Department serve?

Greenwich Twp W Department serves approximately 4,921 people across 2 ZIP codes in New Jersey.

Where does Greenwich Twp W 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) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Greenwich Twp W Department safe to drink?
Greenwich Twp W Department earns a B safety grade with 16 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Greenwich Twp W 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 Greenwich Twp W Department serve?
Greenwich Twp W Department serves approximately 4,921 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Greenwich Twp W Department's water source?
Greenwich Twp W Department draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Greenwich Twp W Department's service area?
The Greenwich Twp W Department service area has a median household income of $76,460. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Greenwich Twp W Department get its water?
Greenwich Twp W 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. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Greenwich Twp W Department (NJ): 16 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nj0807001/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

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