B76/100
BRIELLE WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,800 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NJ1308001
Violations
13
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Other Violation
When: May 21, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – August 20, 2021Enforcement: 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 BRIELLE WATER DEPT
Is BRIELLE WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
BRIELLE WATER DEPT water receives a grade of B (76/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BRIELLE WATER DEPT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in BRIELLE WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BRIELLE WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, BRIELLE WATER DEPT has 13 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does BRIELLE WATER DEPT serve?
BRIELLE WATER DEPT serves approximately 4,800 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: Brielle Boro-1308.
What type of water does BRIELLE WATER DEPT provide?
BRIELLE WATER DEPT sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NJ1308001.
How does BRIELLE WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
BRIELLE WATER DEPT scores 76/100 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.