Historical Compliance Records NJ

Monroe Twp Utility Department

EPA ID: NJ1213002 · 36,000 people served · 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Monroe Twp Utility Department (NJ1213002): PFAS sampling above the current EPA limit (UCMR5). On record: Monroe Twp Utility Department, 19 violations, all resolved, 36,000 in service area.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C · 55
Avg Safety Score
36,000
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
19
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00169 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
9
Contaminants Flagged
$490K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Monroe Twp Utility Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$108,741
Median Household Income
54,608
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
42%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Monroe Twp Utility Department serves a community with a median household income of $108,741 and an estimated 54,608 residents across its service area. Approximately 42% 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

Monroe Twp Utility Department'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
90th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

28 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
42 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 40% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Monroe Twp Utility Department compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Gross Alpha at 3 pCi/L exceeds the EPA maximum of pCi/L. Increased cancer risk from radioactive particles. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Radium-226 at 3 pCi/L (combined Radium-226 & 228 ≤ 5 pCi/L) exceeds the EPA maximum of pCi/L (combined Radium-226 & 228 ≤ 5 pCi/L). Bone cancer and leukemia (known carcinogen). Consider ion exchange (water softener) filtration.

Radium-228 at 3 pCi/L (combined Radium-226 & 228 ≤ 5 pCi/L) exceeds the EPA maximum of pCi/L (combined Radium-226 & 228 ≤ 5 pCi/L). Bone cancer and leukemia (known carcinogen). Consider ion exchange (water softener) filtration.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 7 detections recorded. 3 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 →

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in New Jersey

D 61 violations
C 8 violations
32 violations
Willingboro Mua
35,000 people
15 violations
Cape May Water & Sewer U
35,000 people
7 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,800
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,800

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,665
10 years
$15,330
20 years
$30,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,800 (one-time) vs. $15,330 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

Monroe Twp Utility Department (EPA ID: NJ1213002) is a community water system in New Jersey that serves approximately 36,000 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 08831 in Monroe Township.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (55/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 1 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

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 19 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 17 resolved, 2 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
July 1, 2024 Gross Alpha Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Combined Radium Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Gross Beta Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Radium-226 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Radium-228 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Gross Alpha Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Combined Radium Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Gross Beta Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Radium-226 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Radium-228 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Gross Alpha Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Combined Radium Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Gross Beta Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Radium-226 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Radium-228 Non-health-based Resolved
May 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
May 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 2931 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 2946 Non-health-based Archived

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Gross Alpha Radionuclides 3 No
Combined Radium Radionuclides 3 No
Gross Beta Radionuclides 3 No
Radium-226 Radionuclides 3 No
Radium-228 Radionuclides 3 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Contaminant 2931 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2946 Other Violation 1 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00169 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 2 (Moderate 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.

  • 08831 - Monroe Township

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Monroe Twp Utility Department (NJ1213002) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Monroe Twp Utility Department water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Monroe Twp Utility Department; its 19 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Monroe Twp Utility Department serve?

Monroe Twp Utility Department serves approximately 36,000 people across 1 ZIP code in New Jersey.

Where does Monroe Twp Utility Department get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Above Current MCL

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). One or more PFAS compounds were measured above the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
290
Detections
25
Latest sample
6/18/2024
Highest analyte
PFHxS: 13.6 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFHxS 13.6 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFOS 11.5 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFOA 11.2 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFPeA 11.9 ppt
PFBA 11.3 ppt
PFHxA 11.2 ppt

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Monroe Twp Utility Department safe to drink?
Monroe Twp Utility Department has a C safety grade based on 19 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Monroe Twp Utility Department's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Gross Alpha, Radium-226. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 contaminants 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 Monroe Twp Utility Department serve?
Monroe Twp Utility Department serves approximately 36,000 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Monroe Twp Utility Department's water source?
Monroe Twp Utility Department draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Monroe Twp Utility Department's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00169 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Monroe Twp Utility Department's service area?
The Monroe Twp Utility Department service area has a median household income of $108,741. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Monroe Twp Utility Department get its water?
Monroe Twp Utility Department'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.). Monroe Twp Utility Department (NJ): 19 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nj1213002/
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