C59/100
BERKELEY TWP MUA — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 11,792 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NJ1505004
Violations
34
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
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – August 22, 2024Enforcement: 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: October 11, 2022 – October 18, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – August 20, 2021Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Maximum Contaminant Level Violation
When: July 1, 2021 – July 31, 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 BERKELEY TWP MUA
Is BERKELEY TWP MUA water safe to drink?
BERKELEY TWP MUA water receives a grade of C (59/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 34 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BERKELEY TWP MUA detected?
51 contaminants were tested in BERKELEY TWP MUA's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BERKELEY TWP MUA have any EPA violations?
Yes, BERKELEY TWP MUA has 34 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, RPT, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does BERKELEY TWP MUA serve?
BERKELEY TWP MUA serves approximately 11,792 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: Berkeley Twp.-1505.
What type of water does BERKELEY TWP MUA provide?
BERKELEY TWP MUA sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NJ1505004.
How does BERKELEY TWP MUA compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
BERKELEY TWP MUA scores 59/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our New Jersey state page for a full comparison of water systems.