Historical Compliance Records NJ

Marlboro Township Water Utility Division

EPA ID: NJ1328002 ยท 29,480 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Marlboro Township Water Utility Division (NJ1328002): 5 EPA violations in the last five years. Over the tracked period, Marlboro Township Water Utility Division logged 5 EPA violations - each has been remedied, and the system now supplies 29,480 people in good standing.

Data: EPA SDWIS

D ยท 48
Avg Safety Score
29,480
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
5
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
3
Contaminants Flagged
$655K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Marlboro Township Water Utility Division Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$172,576
Median Household Income
84,266
Service Area Population
11%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
49%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Marlboro Township Water Utility Division serves a community with a median household income of $172,576 and an estimated 84,266 residents across its service area. Approximately 49% 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

Marlboro Township Water Utility Division'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

43 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
27 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 61% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Marlboro Township Water Utility Division compares to EPA limits

Chlorodibromomethane 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen)
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

Chlorodibromomethane at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen). 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. 10 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 โ†’

Chlorodibromomethane 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

Nutley Water Department
29,500 people
17 violations
D 2 violations
Lacey Twp Mua
29,000 people
A 9 violations
Orange Water Department
30,134 people
9 violations
C 1 violation

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 $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 $3,000 (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

Marlboro Township Water Utility Division (EPA ID: NJ1328002) is a community water system in New Jersey that serves approximately 29,480 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: D (48/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 3 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 5 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 5 resolved, 0 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 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
December 1, 2022 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Chlorodibromomethane Non-health-based Resolved
July 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 3 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Chlorodibromomethane 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
0.001 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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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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 Marlboro Township Water Utility Division (NJ1328002) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marlboro Township Water Utility Division water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Marlboro Township Water Utility Division; its 5 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Marlboro Township Water Utility Division serve?

Marlboro Township Water Utility Division serves approximately 29,480 people across 3 ZIP codes in New Jersey.

Where does Marlboro Township Water Utility Division 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
232
Detections
4
Latest sample
3/10/2025
Highest analyte
PFOA: 6.5 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOA 6.5 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFPeA 3.9 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 3.5 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†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Marlboro Township Water Utility Division safe to drink?
Marlboro Township Water Utility Division has a D safety grade based on 5 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Marlboro Township Water Utility Division's water?
Detected contaminants include Chlorodibromomethane, 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 Marlboro Township Water Utility Division serve?
Marlboro Township Water Utility Division serves approximately 29,480 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Marlboro Township Water Utility Division's water source?
Marlboro Township Water Utility Division draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Marlboro Township Water Utility Division's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Marlboro Township Water Utility Division's service area?
The Marlboro Township Water Utility Division service area has a median household income of $172,576. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Marlboro Township Water Utility Division get its water?
Marlboro Township Water Utility Division'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.). Marlboro Township Water Utility Division: 5 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nj1328002/
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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

Check your specific ZIP code

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

3

Contact your utility

Marlboro Township Water Utility Division (EPA ID: NJ1328002) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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