Water System Report NJ

Gateway Nra Sandy Hook

EPA ID: NJ1331001 · 500 people served · 3 ZIP codes

In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Gateway Nra Sandy Hook has come through without a single EPA violation — a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 500 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

500
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$522K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 83% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 3 (2021) to 3 (2022). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Gateway Nra Sandy Hook Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$90,205
Median Household Income
40,217
Service Area Population
11%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
73%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Gateway Nra Sandy Hook serves a community with a median household income of $90,205 and an estimated 40,217 residents across its service area. Approximately 73% 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

Gateway Nra Sandy Hook'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Monmouth 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

50 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
20 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 71% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 15 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $2,033
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $3,933

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,933 (one-time) vs. $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

Gateway Nra Sandy Hook (EPA ID: NJ1331001) is a community water system in New Jersey that serves approximately 500 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Gateway Nra Sandy Hook (NJ1331001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gateway Nra Sandy Hook water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Gateway Nra Sandy Hook has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Gateway Nra Sandy Hook serve?

Gateway Nra Sandy Hook serves approximately 500 people across 3 ZIP codes in New Jersey.

Where does Gateway Nra Sandy Hook get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
45
Galvanized — Replacement Required
11
Unknown Material
64
Confirmed Non-Lead

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2025-07-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 500
Reported to New Jersey

Source: NJDEP Public Community Water Purveyor SLI · Submitted 2024

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Gateway Nra Sandy Hook meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Gateway Nra Sandy Hook serve?
Gateway Nra Sandy Hook serves approximately 500 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Gateway Nra Sandy Hook's water source?
Gateway Nra Sandy Hook draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Gateway Nra Sandy Hook's service area?
The Gateway Nra Sandy Hook service area has a median household income of $90,205. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Gateway Nra Sandy Hook get its water?
Gateway Nra Sandy Hook'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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