Historical Compliance Records NJ 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

South Brunswick Twp W Di

EPA ID: NJ1221004 ยท 45,450 people served ยท 7 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for South Brunswick Twp W Di (NJ1221004): 1 past health-based violation, since resolved. Over the tracked period, South Brunswick Twp W Di logged 6 EPA violations - each has been remedied, and the system now supplies 45,450 people in good standing.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 66
Avg Safety Score
45,450
People Served
7
ZIP Codes Served
6
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
3
Contaminants Flagged
$490K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for South Brunswick Twp W Di Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$121,771
Median Household Income
199,204
Service Area Population
21%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
21th
Energy Burden Percentile
50%
Pre-1986 Housing

The South Brunswick Twp W Di serves a community with a median household income of $121,771 and an estimated 199,204 residents across its service area. Approximately 50% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

South Brunswick Twp W Di'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
49th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
86th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 86th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 63% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How South Brunswick Twp W Di compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 2 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 2 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.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 3 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. 38 detections recorded. 10 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 3 exceed 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.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

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

Evesham Mua
45,538 people
2 violations
Sayreville W Department
45,345 people
C 6 violations
D 1 violation
Aqua Nj - Blackwood
44,396 people
3 violations
City of Camden
46,585 people
C 4 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,457
PFAS Treatment $514
Radon Mitigation $171
Water Filtration $43
Total Estimated Cost $2,186

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 $2,186 (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

South Brunswick Twp W Di (EPA ID: NJ1221004) is a community water system in New Jersey that serves approximately 45,450 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 7 ZIP codes across 7 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (66/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 3 of 7 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 6 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 resolved, 4 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
October 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Archived
December 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Archived
December 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2022 Stage 1 DBP Rule 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 3 Yes
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 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 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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for South Brunswick Twp W Di (NJ1221004) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is South Brunswick Twp W Di water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for South Brunswick Twp W Di; its 6 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does South Brunswick Twp W Di serve?

South Brunswick Twp W Di serves approximately 45,450 people across 7 ZIP codes in New Jersey.

Where does South Brunswick Twp W Di get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
265
Detections
26
Latest sample
7/16/2024
Highest analyte
PFOA: 23 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOA 23 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFBA 13 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFPeA 9.5 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 8.8 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHpA 6.9 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFBS 3.8 ppt โ€” โ€”

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) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from South Brunswick Twp W Di safe to drink?
South Brunswick Twp W Di has a C safety grade based on 6 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in South Brunswick Twp W Di's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), 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 3 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 South Brunswick Twp W Di serve?
South Brunswick Twp W Di serves approximately 45,450 people with drinking water across 7 ZIP codes.
What is South Brunswick Twp W Di's water source?
South Brunswick Twp W Di draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of South Brunswick Twp W Di's service area?
The South Brunswick Twp W Di service area has a median household income of $121,771. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does South Brunswick Twp W Di get its water?
South Brunswick Twp W Di'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). South Brunswick Twp W Di (NJ): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nj1221004/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

Contact your utility

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