Current Noncompliance NJ

Englishtown Water Department

EPA ID: NJ1312001 ยท 2,504 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Englishtown Water Department (NJ1312001): 3 unresolved EPA violations on record. Compliance tracking for Englishtown Water Department shows 3 pending violations logged in the EPA system - the supplier delivers water to approximately 2,504 residents while those findings remain open.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,504
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00045 mg/L
Max Lead Level
2
Contaminants Flagged
$603K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Englishtown Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$145,625
Median Household Income
44,698
Service Area Population
11%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
54%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Englishtown Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $145,625 and an estimated 44,698 residents across its service area. Approximately 54% 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

Englishtown Water Department'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
30th
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.

Infrastructure Risk

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 59% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Englishtown Water Department compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 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. 4 detections recorded. 1 exceeds 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 โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,000 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Englishtown Water Department (EPA ID: NJ1312001) is a community water system in New Jersey that serves approximately 2,504 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 07726 in Englishtown.

Violation History

3 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: 0 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 3 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
December 30, 2022 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 1, 2022 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 1, 2022 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00045 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.

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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 Englishtown Water Department (NJ1312001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Englishtown Water Department water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 3 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 Englishtown Water Department serve?

Englishtown Water Department serves approximately 2,504 people across 1 ZIP code in New Jersey.

Where does Englishtown Water Department get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
174
Detections
7
Latest sample
12/11/2024
Highest analyte
PFHxA: 6.4 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFHxA 6.4 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFPeA 5.6 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFOA 5.4 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL

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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Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Englishtown Water Department's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule, 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 2 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 Englishtown Water Department serve?
Englishtown Water Department serves approximately 2,504 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Englishtown Water Department's water source?
Englishtown Water Department draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Englishtown Water Department's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00045 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Englishtown Water Department's service area?
The Englishtown Water Department service area has a median household income of $145,625. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Englishtown Water Department get its water?
Englishtown Water Department'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.). Englishtown Water Department (NJ): 3 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nj1312001/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

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Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Englishtown Water Department (EPA ID: NJ1312001) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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