Historical Compliance Records NJ

Point Pleasant Water Department

EPA ID: NJ1524001 · 19,600 people served · 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Point Pleasant Water Department (NJ1524001): 20 EPA violations in the last five years. EPA records: Point Pleasant Water Department, 20 past violations, all resolved, 19,600 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

B · 80
Avg Safety Score
19,600
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
20
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00178 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
11
Contaminants Flagged
$576K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary - Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$111,983
Median Household Income
25,558
Service Area Population
15%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
77%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Point Pleasant Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $111,983 and an estimated 25,558 residents across its service area. Approximately 77% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Point Pleasant 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
10th
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

62 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
3 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 95% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Point Pleasant 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
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

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.

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 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Gross Alpha at 2 pCi/L exceeds the EPA maximum of pCi/L. Increased cancer risk from radioactive particles. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Radium-226 at 2 pCi/L (combined Radium-226 & 228 ≤ 5 pCi/L) exceeds the EPA maximum of pCi/L (combined Radium-226 & 228 ≤ 5 pCi/L). Bone cancer and leukemia (known carcinogen). Consider ion exchange (water softener) filtration.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 5 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.
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Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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B 22 violations
4 violations
Belmar Water Department
20,000 people
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A 3 violations
3 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $2,500
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $4,300

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,665
10 years
$15,330
20 years
$30,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $4,300 (one-time) vs. $15,330 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

Point Pleasant Water Department (EPA ID: NJ1524001) is a community water system in New Jersey that serves approximately 19,600 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 08742 in Point Pleasant Beach.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: B (80/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 1 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 20 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, 15 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
January 1, 2026 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Archived
October 1, 2025 E. coli Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Archived
October 1, 2024 Gross Alpha Non-health-based Archived
October 1, 2024 Combined Radium Non-health-based Archived
October 1, 2024 Gross Beta Non-health-based Archived
October 1, 2024 Radium-226 Non-health-based Archived
October 1, 2024 Radium-228 Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Gross Alpha Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Combined Radium Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Gross Beta Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Radium-226 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Radium-228 Non-health-based Archived
June 1, 2023 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Archived
October 1, 2022 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 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 4 No
Gross Alpha Radionuclides 2 No
Combined Radium Radionuclides 2 No
Gross Beta Radionuclides 2 No
Radium-226 Radionuclides 2 No
Radium-228 Radionuclides 2 No
E. coli Microbiological 2 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00178 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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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.

  • 08742 - Point Pleasant Beach

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Point Pleasant Water Department (NJ1524001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Point Pleasant Water Department water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Point Pleasant Water Department; its 20 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Point Pleasant Water Department serve?

Point Pleasant Water Department serves approximately 19,600 people across 1 ZIP code in New Jersey.

Where does Point Pleasant 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
406
Detections
10
Latest sample
11/12/2024
Highest analyte
PFBS: 5.2 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBS 5.2 ppt
PFPeA 5.1 ppt
PFOA 5.1 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFHxA 3.8 ppt

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) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Point Pleasant Water Department safe to drink?
Point Pleasant Water Department earns a B safety grade with 20 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Point Pleasant Water Department's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Stage 1 DBP Rule, Gross Alpha. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 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 Point Pleasant Water Department serve?
Point Pleasant Water Department serves approximately 19,600 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Point Pleasant Water Department's water source?
Point Pleasant Water Department draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Point Pleasant Water Department's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00178 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Point Pleasant Water Department's service area?
The Point Pleasant Water Department service area has a median household income of $111,983. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Point Pleasant Water Department get its water?
Point Pleasant 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

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Point Pleasant Water Department (NJ): 20 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nj1524001/
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