Nj American Water - Bridgeport
EPA ID: NJ0809001 · 855 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Nj American Water - Bridgeport (NJ0809001): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Throughout five consecutive years of federal water monitoring, Nj American Water - Bridgeport recorded zero violations - solid performance for a utility serving 855 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Nj American Water - Bridgeport Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Nj American Water - Bridgeport serves a community with a median household income of $137,028 and an estimated 22,139 residents across its service area. Approximately 66% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Nj American Water - Bridgeport'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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 3 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in New Jersey
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
Nj American Water - Bridgeport (EPA ID: NJ0809001) is a community water system in New Jersey that serves approximately 855 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Violation History
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.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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 Nj American Water - Bridgeport (NJ0809001) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nj American Water - Bridgeport water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Nj American Water - Bridgeport 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 - Bridgeport serve?
Nj American Water - Bridgeport serves approximately 855 people across 2 ZIP codes in New Jersey.
Where does Nj American Water - Bridgeport get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Nj American Water - Bridgeport Water Quality Report, NJ. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nj0809001/
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