Water System Report NJ

Woodbury Heights W Utili

EPA ID: NJ0823001 · 3,008 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Woodbury Heights W Utili earns a clean bill from EPA monitoring — no violations in five years across a service area of 3,008 people.

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

B · 83
Avg Safety Score
3,008
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0032 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$252K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Woodbury Heights W Utili Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$103,549
Median Household Income
39,103
Service Area Population
5%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
84%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Woodbury Heights W Utili serves a community with a median household income of $103,549 and an estimated 39,103 residents across its service area. Approximately 84% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Woodbury Heights W Utili'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
90th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Gloucester 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 90th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

60 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
6 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 91% 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. 8 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.
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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in New Jersey

C 3 violations
F 0 violations
D 10 violations
C 0 violations
B 1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,500
PFAS Treatment $550
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,450

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 $2,450 (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

Woodbury Heights W Utili (EPA ID: NJ0823001) is a community water system in New Jersey that serves approximately 3,008 people from surface water sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: B (83/100)

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

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
08097 0.0032 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.

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

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Free 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.

  • 08096 — Blackwood Ter
  • 08097 — Woodbury Heights

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Woodbury Heights W Utili (NJ0823001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Woodbury Heights W Utili water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Woodbury Heights W Utili has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Woodbury Heights W Utili serve?

Woodbury Heights W Utili serves approximately 3,008 people across 2 ZIP codes in New Jersey.

Where does Woodbury Heights W Utili get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
1,167
Unknown Material
146
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 3,008
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Woodbury Heights W Utili safe to drink?
Woodbury Heights W Utili 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?
Woodbury Heights W Utili meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Woodbury Heights W Utili serve?
Woodbury Heights W Utili serves approximately 3,008 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Woodbury Heights W Utili's water source?
Woodbury Heights W Utili draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Woodbury Heights W Utili's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0032 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Woodbury Heights W Utili's service area?
The Woodbury Heights W Utili service area has a median household income of $103,549. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Woodbury Heights W Utili get its water?
Woodbury Heights W Utili'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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