Historical Compliance Records NJ 3 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Kinnelon Water Department

EPA ID: NJ1415002 ยท 1,938 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Kinnelon Water Department (NJ1415002): 3 past health-based violations, since resolved. Over the past five years, Kinnelon Water Department recorded 12 violations, all subsequently resolved through the EPA enforcement process - the supplier currently operates in good standing, with no active actions on file for its 1,938 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,938
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
12
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
4
Contaminants Flagged
$553K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$127,500
Median Household Income
17,859
Service Area Population
7%
Disadvantaged Population
10th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
73%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Kinnelon Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $127,500 and an estimated 17,859 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

64 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
1 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 98% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Kinnelon Water Department compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 7 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

E. coli at 1 Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action) exceeds the EPA maximum of Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action). Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children. Consider UV disinfection (99.99%) filtration.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 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†’

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 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

Hardyston Twp Mua
1,963 people
3 violations
D 11 violations
Montague Water Company
1,983 people
0 violations
F 1 violation
4 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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 $2,400 (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

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

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 12 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

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 E. coli Non-health-based Archived
August 30, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Archived
June 11, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
May 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
September 29, 2022 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
August 16, 2021 Stage 1 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
January 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 7 Yes
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 3 Yes
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 Yes
E. coli Microbiological 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.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ†’

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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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 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

What contaminants are in Kinnelon Water Department's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Stage 1 DBP Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule, E. coli. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 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 Kinnelon Water Department serve?
Kinnelon Water Department serves approximately 1,938 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Kinnelon Water Department's water source?
Kinnelon Water Department draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Kinnelon Water Department's service area?
The Kinnelon Water Department service area has a median household income of $127,500. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Kinnelon Water Department get its water?
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. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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Kinnelon Water Department (EPA ID: NJ1415002) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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