Newfield Water Department
EPA ID: NJ0813001 · 1,616 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Newfield Water Department (NJ0813001): 2 health-based violations recorded since 2021. While 7 violations did appear in Newfield Water Department's monitoring record, none is listed as unresolved; the utility serves approximately 1,616 residents. A closed violation record does not by itself establish compliance with every current EPA standard.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Newfield Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Newfield Water Department have a median household income of $73,340 and about 5,296 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 81% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 50% of census tracts in the counties mapped to this service area are designated disadvantaged by the federal Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST, 2022 version). Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Newfield Water Department's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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System Overview
Newfield Water Department (EPA ID: NJ0813001) is a community water system in New Jersey that serves approximately 1,616 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 08344 in Newfield.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Archived |
| December 30, 2023 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2022 | Nitrate | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2021 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2021 | Lead and Copper Rule | Health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2021 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2021 | Lead and Copper Rule | Health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique, Monitoring & Reporting | 6 | Yes |
| Nitrate | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| Below the reporting limit | No | 2026-06-30 |
The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.
Radon Risk in Service Area
1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 2.
The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.
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.
- 08344 - Newfield
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Newfield Water Department (NJ0813001) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Newfield Water Department water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Newfield Water Department; its 7 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Newfield Water Department serve?
Newfield Water Department serves approximately 1,616 people across 1 ZIP code in New Jersey.
Where does Newfield Water Department get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Newfield Water Department (NJ): 2 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nj0813001/
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