Current Noncompliance NJ 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Stillwater Water District 1

EPA ID: NJ1920001 ยท 1,200 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Stillwater Water District 1 (NJ1920001): 2 unresolved EPA violations on record. Tallying the federal enforcement file for Stillwater Water District 1 yield 2 open violations that have not been formally closed - each finding sits in the EPA database while the utility continues to deliver water to approximately 1,200 residents and works through the required corrective action process.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,200
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
146
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
46
Contaminants Flagged
$374K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Stillwater Water District 1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$113,734
Median Household Income
35,792
Service Area Population
6%
Disadvantaged Population
25th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
71%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Stillwater Water District 1 serves a community with a median household income of $113,734 and an estimated 35,792 residents across its service area. Approximately 71% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Stillwater Water District 1'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
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

59 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
9 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 87% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Stillwater Water District 1 compares to EPA limits

PFOA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.000004 mg/L
PFNA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.00001 mg/L
Mercury 5 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Kidney damage, neurological impairment
Cadmium 5 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L
Kidney damage accumulating over lifetime; probable carcinogen
Chlorodibromomethane 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen)

What This Means For You

PFOA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.000004 mg/L.

PFNA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.00001 mg/L.

Mercury at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Kidney damage, neurological impairment. Consider activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Cadmium at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L. Kidney damage accumulating over lifetime; probable carcinogen. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Chlorodibromomethane at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Mercury was detected in this water system. activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,500
Radon Mitigation $800
Total Estimated Cost $2,300

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.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,300 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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

Stillwater Water District 1 (EPA ID: NJ1920001) is a community water system in New Jersey that serves approximately 1,200 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

2 current noncompliance records in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 61 resolved, 83 archived, 0 addressed, and 2 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 8, 2026 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
December 11, 2025 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
December 11, 2025 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
December 11, 2025 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
December 11, 2025 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
December 11, 2025 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Contaminant 2931 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Contaminant 2946 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Contaminant 2931 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Contaminant 2946 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Contaminant 2931 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Contaminant 2946 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Contaminant 2931 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Contaminant 2946 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Contaminant 2931 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Contaminant 2946 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Lead Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2025 Lead Non-health-based Archived
December 30, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 1, 2024 Gross Alpha Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Contaminant 2931 Other Violation 16 No
Contaminant 2946 Other Violation 16 No
Lead Inorganic 6 No
Total Coliform Microbiological 6 No
Barium Inorganic 5 No
Cadmium Inorganic 5 No
Chromium Inorganic 5 No
Fluoride Inorganic 5 No
Selenium Inorganic 5 No
Nickel Inorganic 5 No
Nitrite Inorganic 5 No
Contaminant 1036 Other Violation 5 No
Contaminant 1045 Other Violation 5 No
Mercury Inorganic 5 No
Contaminant 1075 Other Violation 5 No

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.

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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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 Stillwater Water District 1 (NJ1920001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stillwater Water District 1 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 2 current noncompliance records and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Stillwater Water District 1 serve?

Stillwater Water District 1 serves approximately 1,200 people across 2 ZIP codes in New Jersey.

Where does Stillwater Water District 1 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Stillwater Water District 1's water?
Detected contaminants include PFOA, PFNA, Mercury, Cadmium. 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 Stillwater Water District 1 serve?
Stillwater Water District 1 serves approximately 1,200 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Stillwater Water District 1's water source?
Stillwater Water District 1 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Stillwater Water District 1's service area?
The Stillwater Water District 1 service area has a median household income of $113,734. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Stillwater Water District 1 get its water?
Stillwater Water District 1'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Stillwater Water District 1 (NJ): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nj1920001/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Stillwater Water District 1 (EPA ID: NJ1920001) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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