Kinnelon Water Department
EPA ID: NJ1415002 · 1,938 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Kinnelon Water Department (NJ1415002): 3 health-based violations recorded since 2021. Past violations at Kinnelon Water Department total 12, all marked resolved; it supplies 1,938 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Kinnelon Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Kinnelon Water Department have a median household income of $127,500 and about 17,859 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). 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?
Kinnelon 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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS in ZIP Codes This System Serves
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with the ZIP codes in this system's area. These results can come from other water systems serving the same ZIP codes; check the UCMR5 section for any results reported for this system. 2 detections recorded. 1 detection is above the level of a federal PFAS MCL (4 ppt for PFOA and PFOS), with compliance required from 2029.
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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System Overview
Kinnelon Water Department (EPA ID: NJ1415002) is a community water system in New Jersey that serves approximately 1,938 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 07405 in Butler.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 10 resolved, 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 1, 2025 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Archived |
| August 30, 2024 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Archived |
| June 11, 2024 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| May 1, 2024 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2023 | TTHM | Health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| September 29, 2022 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2022 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| August 16, 2021 | Lead and Copper Rule | Health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2021 | Lead and Copper 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique, Monitoring & Reporting | 7 | Yes |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Treatment Technique, Monitoring & Reporting | 3 | Yes |
| TTHM | MCL Violation | 1 | Yes |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
Health Risk Details
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.
Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter →
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.
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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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.
- 07405 - Butler
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Kinnelon Water Department (NJ1415002) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kinnelon Water Department water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Kinnelon Water Department; its 12 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Kinnelon Water Department serve?
Kinnelon Water Department serves approximately 1,938 people across 1 ZIP code in New Jersey.
Where does Kinnelon Water Department get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
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What You Can Do
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