Water System Report NJ

Wall Twp Water Department

EPA ID: NJ1352003 ยท 26,000 people served ยท 8 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Wall Twp Water Department (NJ1352003): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Compared to the national average for mid-size utilities, Wall Twp Water Department sits well above the baseline - five years of EPA monitoring show no violations, no MCL exceedances, and no enforcement actions for the full service territory of 26,000 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

D ยท 48
Avg Safety Score
26,000
People Served
8
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00052 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$693K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary - Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$125,501
Median Household Income
133,713
Service Area Population
12%
Disadvantaged Population
22th
Poverty Percentile
32th
Energy Burden Percentile
66%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Wall Twp Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $125,501 and an estimated 133,713 residents across its service area. Approximately 66% 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

Wall Twp 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
28th
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

56 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
12 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 82% 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. 20 detections recorded. 7 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†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in New Jersey

C 4 violations
Aqua Nj - Phillipsburg
26,686 people
C 27 violations
Long Beach Twp Brant Bea
25,295 people
B 22 violations
Mahwah Water Department
26,777 people
D 21 violations
2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,750
Radon Mitigation $1,100
PFAS Treatment $300
Water Filtration $75
Total Estimated Cost $3,225

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 $3,225 (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

Wall Twp Water Department (EPA ID: NJ1352003) is a community water system in New Jersey that serves approximately 26,000 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 8 ZIP codes across 8 communities.

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

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 8 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 accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00052 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.

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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 Wall Twp Water Department (NJ1352003) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wall Twp Water Department water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Wall Twp Water Department in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Wall Twp Water Department serve?

Wall Twp Water Department serves approximately 26,000 people across 8 ZIP codes in New Jersey.

Where does Wall Twp 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
377
Detections
20
Latest sample
3/25/2024
Highest analyte
PFOA: 6.6 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOA 6.6 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFOS 5 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFHxA 3.9 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFPeA 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Wall Twp Water Department safe to drink?
Wall Twp Water Department has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Wall Twp Water Department meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Wall Twp Water Department serve?
Wall Twp Water Department serves approximately 26,000 people with drinking water across 8 ZIP codes.
What is Wall Twp Water Department's water source?
Wall Twp Water Department draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Wall Twp Water Department's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00052 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Wall Twp Water Department's service area?
The Wall Twp Water Department service area has a median household income of $125,501. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Wall Twp Water Department get its water?
Wall Twp 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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Wall Twp Water Department, NJ: Serves 26K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nj1352003/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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