Hunterdon Care Center
EPA ID: NJ1021363 · 284 people served · 1 ZIP code
EPA monitoring data for Hunterdon Care Center shows an unblemished five-year compliance history — no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 284 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Hunterdon Care Center Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Hunterdon Care Center serves a community with a median household income of $137,698 and an estimated 32,002 residents across its service area. Approximately 60% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Hunterdon Care Center'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.
About 0% of homes in Hunterdon 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 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 7 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).
Comparable Water Systems
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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
Hunterdon Care Center (EPA ID: NJ1021363) is a community water system in New Jersey that serves approximately 284 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 08822 in Flemington.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
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
- 08822 — Flemington
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Hunterdon Care Center (NJ1021363) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hunterdon Care Center water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Hunterdon Care Center has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Hunterdon Care Center serve?
Hunterdon Care Center serves approximately 284 people across 1 ZIP code in New Jersey.
Where does Hunterdon Care Center get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.