B74/100
BARNEGAT LIGHT WATER DEP — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,148 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NJ1501001
Violations
23
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 BARNEGAT LIGHT WATER DEP
Is BARNEGAT LIGHT WATER DEP water safe to drink?
BARNEGAT LIGHT WATER DEP water receives a grade of B (74/100), which is considered good. 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 BARNEGAT LIGHT WATER DEP detected?
31 contaminants were tested in BARNEGAT LIGHT WATER DEP's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BARNEGAT LIGHT WATER DEP have any EPA violations?
Yes, BARNEGAT LIGHT WATER DEP has 23 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR, RPT, MON.
How many people does BARNEGAT LIGHT WATER DEP serve?
BARNEGAT LIGHT WATER DEP serves approximately 4,148 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: Barnegat Light Boro-1501.
What type of water does BARNEGAT LIGHT WATER DEP provide?
BARNEGAT LIGHT WATER DEP sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NJ1501001.
How does BARNEGAT LIGHT WATER DEP compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
BARNEGAT LIGHT WATER DEP scores 74/100 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.