Current Noncompliance NJ

Aqua Nj - Califon

EPA ID: NJ1004001 · 936 people served · 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Aqua Nj - Califon (NJ1004001): 4 unresolved EPA violations on record. Looking at the EPA enforcement file for Aqua Nj - Califon, 4 violations are listed as unresolved - those findings cover the utility's service area of approximately 936 people and remain open in the federal compliance system, awaiting formal corrective action documentation.

Data: EPA SDWIS

F · 37
Avg Safety Score
936
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
10
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
1
Contaminants Flagged
$532K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Aqua Nj - Califon Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade F

Service Area Demographics

$150,300
Median Household Income
12,706
Service Area Population
4%
Disadvantaged Population
10th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
70%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Aqua Nj - Califon serves a community with a median household income of $150,300 and an estimated 12,706 residents across its service area. Approximately 70% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Aqua Nj - Califon'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

52 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 74% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Aqua Nj - Califon compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 10 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 5 detections recorded. 4 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,500
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $3,900

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

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

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,900 (one-time) vs. $10,330 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

Aqua Nj - Califon (EPA ID: NJ1004001) is a community water system in New Jersey that serves approximately 936 people from groundwater sources.

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

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: F (37/100)

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

4 current noncompliance records in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 5 resolved, 1 archived, 0 addressed, and 4 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 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Archived
March 31, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
September 29, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 1, 2022 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
September 29, 2021 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2021 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Stage 1 DBP 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
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 10 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 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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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 Aqua Nj - Califon (NJ1004001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aqua Nj - Califon water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 4 current noncompliance records and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Aqua Nj - Califon serve?

Aqua Nj - Califon serves approximately 936 people across 2 ZIP codes in New Jersey.

Where does Aqua Nj - Califon get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Aqua Nj - Califon safe to drink?
Aqua Nj - Califon has a F safety grade based on 10 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Aqua Nj - Califon's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP 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 Aqua Nj - Califon serve?
Aqua Nj - Califon serves approximately 936 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Aqua Nj - Califon's water source?
Aqua Nj - Califon draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Aqua Nj - Califon's service area?
The Aqua Nj - Califon service area has a median household income of $150,300. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Aqua Nj - Califon get its water?
Aqua Nj - Califon'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.). Aqua Nj - Califon (NJ): 10 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nj1004001/
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