Sparta Twp Wtr - Sunset
EPA ID: NJ1918013 · 342 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Sparta Twp Wtr - Sunset (NJ1918013): 1 violation recorded with unresolved status in the SDWIS data used. Federal data lists 1 violation as unresolved at Sparta Twp Wtr - Sunset - roughly 342 residents in the service area.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Sparta Twp Wtr - Sunset Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Sparta Twp Wtr - Sunset have a median household income of $167,443 and about 21,167 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 68% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Sparta Twp Wtr - Sunset's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
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. 7 detections recorded. 2 detections are 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
Sparta Twp Wtr - Sunset (EPA ID: NJ1918013) is a community water system in New Jersey that serves approximately 342 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 07871 in Sparta.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 4 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 11, 2023 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| September 1, 2023 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Consumer Confidence Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| October 1, 2022 | Consumer Confidence Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2022 | Consumer Confidence 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Other (notice or report rule) | 3 | No |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring & Reporting | 2 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0012 mg/L | No | 2024-12-31 |
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.
- 07871 - Sparta
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Sparta Twp Wtr - Sunset (NJ1918013) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sparta Twp Wtr - Sunset water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.
How many people does Sparta Twp Wtr - Sunset serve?
Sparta Twp Wtr - Sunset serves approximately 342 people across 1 ZIP code in New Jersey.
Where does Sparta Twp Wtr - Sunset get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Sparta Twp Wtr - Sunset (NJ): 5 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nj1918013/
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