F0/100
CITY OF CAMDEN — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 46,585 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
—
System ID
NJ0408001
Violations
99
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.012 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.008 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
1,4-dioxane | 2.20 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 2Unresolved
Public notification violation
When: January 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: December 30, 2024 – February 19, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Unresolved
Public notification violation
When: July 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022Rule: Ground Water 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 CITY OF CAMDEN
Is CITY OF CAMDEN water safe to drink?
CITY OF CAMDEN water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 99 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF CAMDEN detected?
66 contaminants were tested in CITY OF CAMDEN's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile), 1,4-dioxane. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF CAMDEN have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF CAMDEN has 99 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include TT, MR, Other. 17 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF CAMDEN serve?
CITY OF CAMDEN serves approximately 46,585 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: Camden City-0408.
What type of water does CITY OF CAMDEN provide?
CITY OF CAMDEN 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 NJ0408001.
How does CITY OF CAMDEN compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
CITY OF CAMDEN scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our New Jersey state page for a full comparison of water systems.