B71/100
AQUA NJ - PHILLIPSBURG — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 26,686 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Groundwater Under Influence of Surface Water
County
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System ID
NJ2119001
Violations
29
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Violation related to Coliform (pre-2016 TCR)
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2024 – October 31, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Violation related to Coliform (pre-2016 TCR)
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: August 1, 2023 – August 31, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to complete routine monitoring
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2021 – July 15, 2021Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: May 11, 2021 – May 26, 2021Rule: 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 AQUA NJ - PHILLIPSBURG
Is AQUA NJ - PHILLIPSBURG water safe to drink?
AQUA NJ - PHILLIPSBURG water receives a grade of B (71/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has AQUA NJ - PHILLIPSBURG detected?
69 contaminants were tested in AQUA NJ - PHILLIPSBURG's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does AQUA NJ - PHILLIPSBURG have any EPA violations?
Yes, AQUA NJ - PHILLIPSBURG has 29 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, RPT.
How many people does AQUA NJ - PHILLIPSBURG serve?
AQUA NJ - PHILLIPSBURG serves approximately 26,686 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: Phillipsburg Town-2119.
What type of water does AQUA NJ - PHILLIPSBURG provide?
AQUA NJ - PHILLIPSBURG sources its water from groundwater under influence of surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NJ2119001.
How does AQUA NJ - PHILLIPSBURG compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
AQUA NJ - PHILLIPSBURG scores 71/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our New Jersey state page for a full comparison of water systems.