A85/100
ALLENTOWN WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,000 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NJ1302001
Violations
12
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: December 11, 2022 – December 28, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About ALLENTOWN WATER DEPT
Is ALLENTOWN WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
ALLENTOWN WATER DEPT water receives a grade of A (85/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ALLENTOWN WATER DEPT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in ALLENTOWN WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ALLENTOWN WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, ALLENTOWN WATER DEPT has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include RPT, MR, Other.
How many people does ALLENTOWN WATER DEPT serve?
ALLENTOWN WATER DEPT serves approximately 2,000 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: Allentown Boro-1302.
What type of water does ALLENTOWN WATER DEPT provide?
ALLENTOWN WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NJ1302001.
How does ALLENTOWN WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
ALLENTOWN WATER DEPT scores 85/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our New Jersey state page for a full comparison of water systems.