Water System Report NJ

Stillwater Water District 1

EPA ID: NJ1920001 · 1,200 people served · 3 ZIP codes

In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Stillwater Water District 1 ha come through without a single EPA violation — a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 1,200 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.

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

D · 40
Avg Safety Score
1,200
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$411K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 4 (2021) to 7 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$104,113
Median Household Income
50,515
Service Area Population
6%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
72%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Stillwater Water District 1 serves a community with a median household income of $104,113 and an estimated 50,515 residents across its service area. Approximately 72% 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

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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
43th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
73th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Warren 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 73th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

56 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
12 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 82% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 6 detections recorded. 2 exceed 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,400
Radon Mitigation $933
Water Filtration $200
PFAS Treatment $200
Total Estimated Cost $2,733

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,733 (one-time) vs. $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

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 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (40/100)

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

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 2 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

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?

Based on EPA records, Stillwater Water District 1 has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Stillwater Water District 1 serve?

Stillwater Water District 1 serves approximately 1,200 people across 3 ZIP codes in New Jersey.

Where does Stillwater Water District 1 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
402
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,200
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 Stillwater Water District 1 safe to drink?
Stillwater Water District 1 has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Stillwater Water District 1 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Stillwater Water District 1 serve?
Stillwater Water District 1 serves approximately 1,200 people with drinking water across 3 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 $104,113. 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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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