Water System Report NJ

Nj American Water - Harrison

EPA ID: NJ0808001 ยท 9,193 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Nj American Water - Harrison (NJ0808001): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. EPA monitoring data for Nj American Water - Harrison shows an unblemished five-year compliance history - no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 9,193 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.

Data: EPA SDWIS

B ยท 83
Avg Safety Score
9,193
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Nj American Water - Harrison Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$159,386
Median Household Income
17,969
Service Area Population
22%
Disadvantaged Population
35th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
34%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Nj American Water - Harrison serves a community with a median household income of $159,386 and an estimated 17,969 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Nj American Water - Harrison's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
15th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
85th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 85th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

32 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
38 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 46% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 5 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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

F 2 violations
C 20 violations
14 violations
2 violations
C 4 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $600
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,300

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,300 (one-time) vs. $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

Nj American Water - Harrison (EPA ID: NJ0808001) is a community water system in New Jersey that serves approximately 9,193 people from surface water sources.

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

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: B (83/100)

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 accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.001 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.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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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 Nj American Water - Harrison (NJ0808001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nj American Water - Harrison water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Nj American Water - Harrison in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Nj American Water - Harrison serve?

Nj American Water - Harrison serves approximately 9,193 people across 2 ZIP codes in New Jersey.

Where does Nj American Water - Harrison get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
170
Detections
5
Latest sample
10/28/2025
Highest analyte
PFOA: 5.4 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOA 5.4 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFHxA 5.3 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFPeA 5.2 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFOS 4.1 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFBS 3.6 ppt โ€” โ€”

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†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Nj American Water - Harrison safe to drink?
Nj American Water - Harrison earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Nj American Water - Harrison meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Nj American Water - Harrison serve?
Nj American Water - Harrison serves approximately 9,193 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Nj American Water - Harrison's water source?
Nj American Water - Harrison draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Nj American Water - Harrison's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Nj American Water - Harrison's service area?
The Nj American Water - Harrison service area has a median household income of $159,386. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Nj American Water - Harrison get its water?
Nj American Water - Harrison's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Nj American Water - Harrison Water Quality Report, NJ. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nj0808001/
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