Monitoring Violations NJ

Auburn Village Water Sup

EPA ID: NJ1706001 · 200 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Federal water data for Auburn Village Water Sup logs 5 historical violations — all addressed and cleared, leaving the utility in current compliance for 200 people.

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

B · 76
Avg Safety Score
200
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
5
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0069 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
3
Contaminants Flagged
$332K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Auburn Village Water Sup Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$122,956
Median Household Income
23,560
Service Area Population
13%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
49%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Auburn Village Water Sup serves a community with a median household income of $122,956 and an estimated 23,560 residents across its service area. Approximately 49% 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

Auburn Village Water Sup'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Salem 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 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

39 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Auburn Village Water Sup compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

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.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in New Jersey

C 7 violations
Town & Country Mhp
200 people
A 0 violations
0 violations
D 22 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $550
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,150

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 $2,150 (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

Auburn Village Water Sup (EPA ID: NJ1706001) is a community water system in New Jersey that serves approximately 200 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (76/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

5 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
October 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
08067 0.0069 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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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 Auburn Village Water Sup (NJ1706001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Auburn Village Water Sup water safe to drink?

Auburn Village Water Sup has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Auburn Village Water Sup serve?

Auburn Village Water Sup serves approximately 200 people across 2 ZIP codes in New Jersey.

Where does Auburn Village Water Sup 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
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
53
Unknown Material
0
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 200
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

Is water from Auburn Village Water Sup safe to drink?
Auburn Village Water Sup earns a B safety grade with 5 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Auburn Village Water Sup's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Revised Total Coliform Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 3 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 Auburn Village Water Sup serve?
Auburn Village Water Sup serves approximately 200 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Auburn Village Water Sup's water source?
Auburn Village Water Sup draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Auburn Village Water Sup's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0069 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Auburn Village Water Sup's service area?
The Auburn Village Water Sup service area has a median household income of $122,956. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Auburn Village Water Sup get its water?
Auburn Village Water Sup'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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Auburn Village Water Sup (EPA ID: NJ1706001) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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